J&K Waqf Board, CSF launch anti -drug abuse campaign

Srinagar, Nov 24 : The J&K Waqf Board led by its chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi in coordination with Civil Society Forum (CSF) Kashmir launched an anti-drug abuse programme from Khanqahs and Jamia Masajid administered by J&K Waqf Board today.

According to a press release, all Khateebs dedicated some time to convey a strong message urging the community to stand up to this huge challenge and launch all out war against drug abuse. The details about extent of abuse, causes and consequences of the menace for the individual, family and society at large were highlighted by the Ulema and doctors across the Masaajid during Friday sermons.

The press release added that the coordinated efforts of J&K Waqf Board and Civil Society Forum Kashmir are likely to intensify, as under the leadership of Dr Andrabi, the two organisations have resolved to join hands and put up a united front against the enormous challenge posed by Drug menace in J&K. A sustained campaign has been envisaged and the two organisations have decided to pool in the resources and work out a long term strategy in this direction.