Steps discussed to curb use of drugs in KP universities

PESHAWAR: A forum here on Saturday discussed a work plan for curbing the abuse of drugs and extremism in universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The forum thoroughly discussed the issues related to use of drugs at the campuses and evaluated various options.

A handout said it was the second session of the forum to discuss issues related to the use of drugs at campuses. It also discussed steps being taken to prevent extremism and use of drugs in the higher educational institutions in the province.

The Governor’s Secretariat in collaboration with the Higher Education Regulatory Authority (HERA) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and National Counter Terrorism Authority had arranged the forum at the Governor’s House.

The director programme HERA gave a presentation on the efforts being made by the authority for eradication of extremism and drug abuse among the youth.

The session was unanimous in promoting sports and cultural activities in the universities to engage students in arts and sports in order to discourage the use of drugs and other unhealthy activities

It was proposed that seminars should be held periodically on topics such as inclusive educational climate, adverse effects of use of drugs and causes of violence to create awareness among the students.

It was also suggested that cultural events should be held to demonstrate the common resolve of all the segments of society to divert the energies of youth towards positives activities.

Focal persons from both private and public sector universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and representatives of the Anti-Narcotics Force attended the session.