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Anti-ragging & Anti-drug Awareness Programme

Oct 5, 2023

          P.A. First Grade College and P.A. College of Pharmacy jointly organized an Awareness Program on Anti-Drug and Anti-Ragging on 5 October 2023 aimed at educating and sensitizing students about the perils of drug abuse and the importance of preventing ragging on educational campuses. The event was graced by esteemed guest Mr. B P Dinesh Kumar (Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mangaluru) and Guest of Honor Dr. Maji Jose (Deputy Director, Centre for Substance Abuse Prevention, Dean- Student Affairs, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University)) and attended by students and faculty members from both the institutions. Chief Guest, Mr. B P Dinesh Kumar in his inaugural address emphasized the crucial role of law enforcement in combating drug-related issues and maintaining a safe academic environment. He shared valuable insights into the evolving challenges posed by drug trafficking and the need for collective efforts to curb this menace. Guest of Honor, Dr. Maji Jose brought an academic perspective to the event. As Dean of Student Affairs and Deputy Director of the Centre for Substance Abuse Prevention at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), she shared her extensive knowledge of the psychological and health impacts of drug abuse. Dr. Jose stressed the importance of awareness, early intervention, and support systems for students facing substance abuse challenges. Dr. Surfraz J Hasim, Principal, PAFGC in his presidential address urged the students to raise voices against drugs and ragging and advised the students to support the law enforcement system by providing information about the incidents happening around them. The program began invoking the blessings of the almighty by Mr. Shahil Ismail from 3rd Year B. Pharma. Dr. Salimulla Khan (Principal, PACP) welcomed the gathering while Dr. Mohammed Mubeen (Vice-Principal, PACP) proposed the vote of thanks. Ms. Laveena Dsouza (Assistant Professor, PAFGC) and Ms. Thriveni (Assistant Professor, PACP) compered the whole proceedings