AIZAWL, Aug. 9: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on August 8 distributed financial assistance to 33 beneficiaries and handed over accreditation certificates and Grant-in-Aid to 21 accredited drug treatment centres as part of the state’s efforts to combat drug addiction and support rehabilitation.
The assistance was provided under the state government’s flagship ‘Bana Kaih’ (Handholding) scheme at a programme held at the Assembly annexe in Aizawl. Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii also attended the event.
Lalduhoma expressed concern over the impact of substance abuse on families and communities and appreciated the role of churches, NGOs and rehabilitation centres in helping people overcome addiction and reintegrate into society.
The Chief Minister said the government was taking strong measures against drug trafficking while working closely with civil society organisations. He also stressed the need to help recovering drug users acquire skills and rebuild their lives.
As part of rehabilitation and reintegration efforts, 194 recovering individuals at the Hulhliap detoxification centre received training in 13 skill programmes.
Lalrinpuii said the government remained committed to supporting people battling addiction and was considering introducing the Narcotics Anonymous system through churches to make rehabilitation efforts more structured and effective.
