Drug free Hyderabad | Hyderabad, April 17 (Maxim News): Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar said the city aims to become a drug free Hyderabad through strict enforcement and rehabilitation measures. He reviewed the De Addiction Centre at Gandhi Hospital in Secunderabad on Friday.
Sajjanar interacted with rowdy sheeters who recently tested positive in police drug screening drives. He asked about their health and progress in treatment. He also spoke with family members and urged them to support recovery efforts.
Later, he reviewed counselling methods and treatment systems with doctors at the hospital.
Sajjanar said police monitored the movements of rowdy sheeters who disturb public order. As part of the drive, officials conducted drug tests on 239 rowdy sheeters. Among them, 188 tested positive for narcotics use.
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At present, 35 persons are receiving treatment at the Gandhi Hospital De Addiction Centre. Meanwhile, others are attending counselling at separate centres. He said the ongoing 15 day counselling programme started last week and is expected to bring positive change.
Further, Sajjanar said every police station in Hyderabad now has modern drug detection kits. He directed officers to conduct tests on suspicious persons moving at night, especially youth.
Sajjanar praised the state government for setting up 35 de addiction centres across Telangana. He said the initiative could become a national model. Moreover, he noted that few states have launched treatment centres on such a scale.
Sajjanar warned that police would continue rehabilitation for users while taking strict legal action against drug peddlers. He said repeat offenders would face severe punishment under the law.
He also praised the H New wing for its role in controlling narcotics in the city. Furthermore, he appealed to citizens and voluntary groups to cooperate with police in the fight against drugs.
Officials from Gandhi Hospital and senior Hyderabad Police officers attended the programme. (Maxim News)
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