RINL Hospital Organises Drug De-addiction Awareness Programme

Visakhapatnam, Nov 14 (TNT) : Visakha Steel General Hospital (VSGH) of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), in association with Ukkunagaram Brahma Kumaris, organised a drug de-addiction awareness programme at the Learning and Development Centre Auditorium in Ukkunagaram here on Saturday to mark the sixth anniversary of the Centre’s Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA).

The programme aimed at creating awareness about substance abuse, encouraging employees to seek timely medical assistance and promoting an addiction-free workplace.

RINL Director (Commercial) GVN Prasad, who attended as the chief guest, stressed the need for collective efforts to tackle drug addiction, describing it as a serious social and public health concern.

He emphasised awareness, timely medical intervention, counselling and rehabilitation, and called for extending compassion and support to those recovering from addiction.

Guest speaker BK Dr K Yashwanth, Associate Professor of General Surgery at NRIIMS, explained the physical and psychological consequences of substance abuse, including its adverse effects on vital organs and overall health.

He highlighted the importance of timely medical intervention, lifestyle changes and sustained support for recovery.

Ukkunagaram Brahma Kumaris conducted a guided Raja Yoga meditation session, highlighting the role of mental well-being, mindfulness and inner strength in overcoming addiction.

An interactive session enabled employees to clarify their concerns regarding withdrawal management and relapse prevention.

The programme concluded with participants taking the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan pledge to reaffirm their commitment to building a drug-free workplace and society.