At CJM Chelsea, DGP carries CM Sukhu’s message of a Drug-Free Himachal; urges students, parents and teachers to join the Anti-Chitta Jan Andolan
Shimla, October 17,
Director General of Police, Himachal Pradesh, Shri Ashok Tewari, IPS, today called upon students, parents and teachers at Convent of Jesus and Mary (CJM), Chelsea, Shimla, to become active partners in the Anti-Chitta Jan Andolan led by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
Addressing the Annual Day function as Chief Guest, the DGP said the campaign is not merely a police action against drug traffickers but a people’s movement to protect the future of Himachal’s youth.
He urged students to become “Ambassadors of a Drug-Free Himachal”, resist peer pressure, choose positive friendships and never allow drugs to destroy their dreams.He appealed to parents to spend quality time with their children, listen to them and maintain an environment of trust, communication and emotional support.
“Your future is more powerful than any temptation. Choose your dreams over drugs, courage over peer pressure and character over shortcuts.”
Drawing inspiration from the Annual Day theme “Ocean Odyssey,” the DGP encouraged students to sail through life with curiosity, courage, kindness and determination, reminding them that success is not only about marks or positions but about becoming responsible and compassionate human beings.
The DGP also appreciated the students’ impressive performances, including drills, band, karate and skating, and congratulated the school, teachers and parents for their efforts.
112: KNOW IT. SAVE IT. USE IT.
Himachal Pradesh Police also organised an ERSS-112
awareness stall at the school. Ms. Monika Sharma, Supervisor, ERSS-112, briefed students and parents about the emergency helpline and its Track Me facility, urging everyone to save 112 on their mobile phones.
Himachal Pradesh’s ERSS-112 has also achieved a significant improvement, moving from 34th position to 1st position nationally in emergency response time rankings.
Reiterating the commitment of Himachal Pradesh Police to take firm action against drug traffickers, the DGP said:
“The fight against chitta cannot be won by the police alone. Every home, every school and every citizen has a role to play.”
He appealed to students, parents and teachers to take the Anti-Chitta Jan Andolan message from the school to every home and community and work together to build a healthy, safe and drug-free Himachal Pradesh.
