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Himachal Govt to Deploy Over 1,000 Anti-Drug Volunteers Under New Scheme.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

\n“Anti-Chitta Volunteer Scheme” Aims to Strengthen Community-Police Partnership in Fight Against Narcotics.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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In a bold move to intensify its war against the growing menace of drug abuse, the Himachal Pradesh Government has announced the launch of the Anti-Chitta Volunteer Scheme (ACVS)<\/strong>. Under the initiative, over 1,000 volunteers<\/strong> will be engaged across the state to assist police in spreading awareness, gathering ground-level intelligence, and supporting rehabilitation efforts.<\/p>\n

The scheme, which stems from Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu\u2019s<\/strong> Independence Day announcement at Sarkaghat in District Mandi, marks a significant step in the state\u2019s anti-drug campaign. A formal proposal has already been forwarded to the government by the Police Headquarters for implementation.<\/p>\n

Structured Community Engagement<\/h3>\n

The ACVS aims to establish a structured and sustainable partnership<\/strong> between the police, public, and other key stakeholders. Volunteers will serve as community ambassadors, raising awareness about the deadly impact of synthetic drugs like chitta<\/em> and helping authorities identify high-risk areas and suspicious activities through confidential reporting mechanisms.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese volunteers will be instrumental in building a grassroots-level intelligence network while simultaneously educating communities and assisting in linking drug-affected individuals to counseling and rehabilitation centres,\u201d said an official spokesperson from the state government.<\/p>\n

Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities<\/h3>\n

The volunteers will be actively involved in:<\/p>\n

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  • Conducting awareness drives<\/strong> in schools, colleges, and community settings<\/li>\n
  • Supporting anti-drug campaigns such as rallies, street plays, and social media messaging<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Reporting drug hotspots<\/strong>, trafficking patterns, and offenders to police<\/li>\n
  • Connecting families and victims<\/strong> with health and counseling services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    In recognition of their contribution, registered volunteers will receive an honorarium<\/strong>, although the amount is yet to be finalized.<\/p>\n

    Safety and Training Measures<\/h3>\n

    For the protection of the volunteers, the government has assured that they will not be engaged in direct field surveillance<\/strong>, and their identities will be kept confidential. In sensitive cases, additional police protection will also be provided.<\/p>\n

    To prepare volunteers for their role, a two-day structured training programme<\/strong> will be held. This will cover key areas such as the NDPS Act<\/strong>, basic police procedures, and community engagement methods.<\/p>\n

    A Government Committed to a Drug-Free Himachal<\/h3>\n

    Chief Minister Sukhu emphasized the government\u2019s firm commitment to eradicating substance abuse. \u201cSince assuming office, we have declared a war against drugs. Unlike the previous BJP regime, we have enforced the PIT-NDPS Act<\/strong>, seized properties of drug mafia worth over Rs. 42 crore<\/strong>, and made drug testing for chitta mandatory<\/strong> in police recruitment,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

    \u201cOur goal is a drug-free Himachal Pradesh<\/strong>, and the ACVS is a step toward enhancing community participation, improving enforcement, and ensuring that no young life is lost to addiction,\u201d the Chief Minister added.<\/p>\n

    Strengthening the Fight<\/h3>\n

    The ACVS is the latest in a series of anti-drug measures rolled out over the past two and a half years. With this initiative, the state hopes to build stronger public-police trust<\/strong>, increase actionable intelligence<\/strong> from the ground, and mobilize communities<\/strong> in the battle against drugs.<\/p>\n

    The scheme is expected to be rolled out in phases, with volunteer recruitment, training, and deployment to begin in the coming months.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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