by Raja Usman Ali
Murree Following the directives of the Chief Minister of Punjab and the Director General Punjab CNF, the Narcotics Control Station Murree has launched an awareness campaign and crackdown to protect the younger generation from the growing trend of drug use, vaping, and flavored cigarettes.As part of the campaign, the Narcotics Control Station Murree team visited various educational institutions. School principals expressed serious concern over the increasing trend of vaping and flavored cigarettes among students, stating that these products are easily available at shops and pose serious risks to the physical and mental well-being of young people.Meanwhile, the Director of Narcotics Control Station Murree conducted surprise inspections of shops located on Mall Road and Cart Road. During the inspections, a large quantity of vapes, flavors, and banned cigarettes was recovered and taken into custody. The shopkeepers involved were issued strict warnings and cautioned that further violations would result in legal action.Deputy Commissioner Murree also took immediate notice of the matter and directed PEERA authorities to take action against shopkeepers selling such prohibited items and seal their shops where necessary.The Narcotics Control Station Murree spokesperson said that the awareness campaign and crackdown against drugs, vapes, and flavored cigarettes would continue without interruption to protect the younger generation.
