Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while addressing the closing ceremony of the Nalagarh Red Cross Fair in Solan district on Sunday evening, said that the State Government is committed to eradicating the drug menace and protecting the youth from its harmful effects.
He said the government has adopted stringent measures to effectively tackle this social vice. The Chief Minister said that the government has also introduced legal provisions to seize the assets of those involved in drug trafficking.
He urged the youth to steer clear of drugs and stressed the need for a collective effort by all sections of society to combat this serious issue. He also lauded the Red Cross Fair for its impactful awareness initiatives against substance abuse.
Earlier, the Chief Minister extended his heartfelt best wishes for the successful organization of the Nalagarh Red Cross Fair. Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. (Col.) Dhani Ram Shandil felicitated the Chief Minister during the event whereas Nalagarh MLA Hardeep Singh Bawa welcomed him to the occasion.
During the closing evening renowned Punjabi singer Kulwinder Billa enthralled the audience with his performances. Chairman Jogindra Bank Mukesh Sharma, congress leaders and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.