Yupia, Jan 9: A District Level NCORD meeting was held at the DC Conference Hall, Yupia, on Friday under the chairmanship of Dani Rikang, Assistant Commissioner.
During the meeting, the directives issued in the previous NCORD meeting held on  December 23, last year were discussed in detail. The focus of the deliberations was on regular visits and supervision of Rehabilitation Centres, conducting intensive awareness programmes, and ensuring monthly inspections of shops and gumtis located near school premises.
Addressing the meeting, Assistant Commissioner DaniRikang expressed hope that coordinated inter-sectoral and multi-sectoral efforts by all concerned departments would lead to better outcomes in curbing the drug menace. She called upon all stakeholders to extend their support and cooperation in the collective fight against drug abuse.
Speaking on the occasion, deputy superintendent of police Phassang Simi, emphasised the importance of community policing and public cooperation in curbing drug menace. He highlighted the crucial role of parents in preventing substance abuse and urged them to remain proactive and continuously monitor their children’s activities.
Inspector Michi Yania informed the house that 17 drug-related cases were registered in 2025 alone, which is the highest number of cases recorded since the formation of Papum Pare district in 1992. She further stated that 26 people were arrested during the year and expressed hope that the same momentum would be maintained in 2026.
A representative from the New Hope Rehabilitation Centre informed the members that nearly 90% of drug users admitted to the centre are either Hepatitis C or HIV positive. He pointed out that the lack of testing kits and adequate medical facilities at the rehabilitation centre poses serious challenges. Frequent movement of inmates outside the centre for medical check-ups and medicines also increases the risk of inmates escaping. He requested the district administration and the NCORD committee to take up the matter at higher levels for necessary intervention.
Other decisions taken during the meeting included regular monthly inspection of shops and gumtis, to be carried out jointly by the TDO, Yupia, and the Superintendent of Excise. The district administration will issue necessary directives and orders in this regard for effective implementation. The meeting also decided to intensify awareness activities, particularly in schools and colleges, to prevent substance abuse among youths.
Among others Jaya Taba, DD, ICDS, CDPOs Doimukh, Balijan and Kimin, representatives from the Education department and Tax and Excise attended the meeting. DIPRO

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