Lahore: An awareness seminar against drug abuse, corruption, and crime was held at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore's New Campus in Kala Shah Kaku. The event, organized by the Anti-Corruption and Anti-Narcotics Association of Pakistan, aimed to educate students on the detrimental effects of these issues and promote a safe and positive educational environment.
According to University of Engineering and Technology, the seminar was organized by Dr. Nida Iqbal, Focal Person at UET New Campus, and Muhammad Abdullah Javed, Public Relations Officer, Lahore/Sheikhupura. The event was held in line with the vision of the Association's Central Chairman, Muhammad Rehan Azhar, and directives from Secretary-General Muhammad Asif Iqbal.
Key attendees included Lieutenant Colonel Naseem Abbas, Director of the Counter Narcotics Force, District Sheikhupura, who served as the Chief Guest, and Rana Javed Iqbal, Deputy Coordinator for Punjab at the Anti-Corruption and Anti-Narcotics Association of Pakistan. Dr. Amjad Hussain, Coordinator of UET New Campus Kala Shah Kaku, also participated as a distinguished guest.
Speakers at the seminar stressed the collective responsibility of safeguarding the younger generation from drug abuse, corruption, and crime. They underscored the significance of awareness campaigns in educational institutions and the provision of opportunities for sports and positive extracurricular activities. Such initiatives are essential for nurturing students' educational, moral, and physical development in a secure environment.
The organizers reiterated their dedication to ongoing awareness programs aimed at achieving a Pakistan free from corruption, drugs, and crime. They emphasized the need for collaboration among educational institutions, government bodies, and society at large to realize this goal.