#Substance Abuse

MGM College NSS Hosts Anti-Drug Campaign in Kashiram

MGM College NSS unit held an anti-drug awareness event in Kashiram to promote healthy lifestyles and address substance abuse among local youth.

Naro Jamir • 13 Oct 2026

Health Officials Tackle Ayurveda and Addiction in Boko

Health officials gathered in Assam to promote Ayurveda and warn of substance abuse risks during an awareness event held on September 25, 2026.

Bibar Daimary • 25 Sep 2026

NHRC Rapporteur Pushes for Drug Rehab and Youth Support in Mizoram

NHRC Special Rapporteur Sayeed Ahmed Baba is calling for better addiction services and human rights awareness during his visit to Mizoram's Saitual district.

Ethan Ralte • 23 Sep 2026

SBAK Launches Three-Day Anti-Drug Jubilee Rally in Zunheboto

The SBAK Youth Ministry launched a three-day rally in Zunheboto to combat substance abuse and celebrate 75 years of faith and community.

Kiyeto Swu • 21 Sep 2026

Kohima Students Learn Risks of Substance Addiction

Youth Mission and Capital College hosted an awareness program in Kohima to educate students on the neuroscience of addiction and drug-free living.

Kiyeto Swu • 20 Sep 2026

Students Pledge Against Drugs at Kohima School Event

330 students at RGHSS Kohima pledged to stay drug-free during the Nasha Mukt Yuva programme, focusing on health and addiction prevention.

Naro Jamir • 20 Sep 2026

Peren Official Warns of Environmental Decline and Rising Drug Abuse

Peren Deputy Commissioner Hiazu Meru warns against environmental damage and rising drug use among youth while urging students to diversify careers.

Naro Jamir • 23 Aug 2026

Guwahati Schools Top India in Adolescent Substance Use Risk

A new AIIMS-led study identifies Guwahati schools as the highest-risk sites for adolescent substance use among six Indian districts surveyed in 2025-26.

Timungpi Terang • 28 Jul 2026

Arunachal's Silent Drug Crisis: Why an Entire Generation may be Slipping Away

A young man in a remote Arunachal Pradesh village slips into opioid dependence. His family, bound by the quiet shame that still surrounds addiction in

NEWire Desk • 28 Jul 2026

Nagaland Residents Demand Hard Action Over Seminars to Fight Drug Addiction

Nagaland residents are calling for professional counseling and strict drug enforcement, rejecting awareness seminars to combat youth addiction.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jul 2026

Arunachal Cabinet Launches Major Healthcare and Anti-Drug Initiatives

Arunachal Pradesh officials approved new healthcare, welfare, and anti-drug programs, including expanded transplant funding and a 30-day health campaign.

Rinchen K • 17 Jul 2026