Hyderabad: In a preventive initiative to protect young people from substance abuse, Telangana EAGLE Force counselled four GITAM University students, along with their parents, at its Abids office.
The counselling session on Tuesday, November 10, was conducted by EAGLE Force Superintendent of Police Giridhar to sensitise the students about the harmful effects of drug consumption and its potential impact on their health, education and career prospects.
The students, who were identified as having consumed drugs, were advised against falling prey to negative peer influence and urged to focus on their studies and career goals. They acknowledged their mistake and assured the officers that they would never return to drug consumption.
Their parents were also counselled on the importance of monitoring their children’s activities, friendships and behavioural changes. Acknowledging that their busy schedules had limited the time they spent with their children, the parents pledged to provide closer supervision, guidance and emotional support.
The parents appreciated the timely intervention by EAGLE Force, saying the counselling would help their children stay away from drugs and concentrate on their future.
EAGLE Force said its approach extended beyond enforcement to include awareness, counselling and family participation to prevent substance abuse among youngsters.
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Source: The Siasat Daily
