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Punjab to train 21,850 teachers to fight student drug abuse
The Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab has launched a training programme for over 21,850 teachers across 12 districts as part of its anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nashean Virudh'. The initiative aims to equip…
The Story in Brief
The Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab has launched a training programme for over 21,850 teachers across 12 districts as part of its anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nashean Virudh'. The initiative aims to equip teachers with skills to identify early signs of mental health issues and drug abuse among students. Training began in Fazilka and Tarn Taran with over 800 participants. The programme follows a pilot in Amritsar where more than 2,800 teachers were trained and 75% reported feeling motivated to create healthier school environments. Sessions will be held in 500 batches starting August 2026, supported by NMBA and NAPDDR.
The Indian Opinion
Cheap political point-scoring is tempting: every government loves a photo-op with a pledge. But the task is far harder. Raising awareness is one thing; ensuring teachers actually spot early signs and respond without stigma is another. Punjab's own pilot saw 75% of teachers feel inspired, that is a start, not a finish. The real test will come in six months: how many students were quietly referred to counselling, and how many schools kept the conversation alive after the workshop finished. That number will tell us if this is a campaign or a genuine change.
Source: timesnownews.com
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