The Sindh government has decided to tackle the growing issue of drug abuse in educational institutions by conducting random drug tests at colleges across the province.
A notification from the College Education Department reveals that a three-member committee has been formed to coordinate with medical teams during the tests.
The committee will also organize seminars, workshops, and awareness sessions in colleges to educate students about the dangers of drug use, including its impact on health, studies, and future careers.
Sharjeel Inam Memon, the Sindh Senior Minister for Information, Transport, and Narcotics Control, addressed this issue in the Sindh Assembly last year. He pointed out that drug abuse has become a significant problem, with drug trafficking increasing and drug use becoming a trend, especially in elite circles. Memon specifically mentioned cocaine, marijuana, heroin, and the rising use of ice and crystal meth as major concerns.
Despite these challenges, Memon assured the assembly that efforts to combat drug use are ongoing, with both enforcement actions and awareness campaigns in place. The government hopes these efforts will help reduce the harmful effects of drug addiction on students and society.