Department of Social and Tribal Welfare organised a one-day workshop for Anganwadi and ASHA Workers on 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan' in Leh district, on February 26. 

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has officially launched the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan' initiative to address the growing concern of substance abuse in the country.

The workshop aimed to equip these frontline workers with the necessary knowledge and tools to combat substance abuse in their communities. 
Clinical psychologist from tele-MANAS Leh, Dr. Sajad Hussain delivered a comprehensive session shedding light on substance use disorders and their profound impact on both physical and mental health.

The interactive session emphasized the crucial role ASHA and Anganwadi workers play in society and how they can actively contribute to raising awareness within the community.

Counselor from tele-MANAS Mohsina Aslam provided a valuable insights into the types of drugs, the root causes of substance use, and practical methods for identifying individuals struggling with drug addiction. She underscored the significance of adopting a friendly and supportive approach when dealing with those affected by drug addiction.

The primary objective of the workshop was to sensitize ASHA and Anganwadi workers to the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan' and empower them to become agents of change by disseminating awareness about substance abuse within their respective communities.