The president, M Zillur Rahman, and the prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, on Saturday called upon all to wage a movement against drug abuse in the country.
In separate messages on International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, they welcomed the initiative to observe the day in the country.
The president, in his message, said the abuse of drug and its illicit trafficking are threats to human civilisation.
He stressed the need for enhancing international cooperation to stop production and smuggling of drugs along with strong campaigns against their abuse.
He also advised following religious guidance, practising own culture, strengthening family bonds, employment generation and strict enforcement of laws.
The president said the government of Bangladesh is very much sincere to prevent abuse and illicit trafficking of drugs. He sought cooperation of parents, teachers, religious leaders, celebrities and civil society members to build a drug-free society.
In her message, the prime minister said the bad effects of drugs bring about disasters to individual, family and national lives. The present government is pledge-bound to save the nation from this problem, she added.
She underscored the need for proper application of narcotic control laws, creation of public awareness and enhancing anti-narcotic movement to check abuse of drug in Bangladesh and all over the world.
Referring to addiction of the adolescents and youths to drugs, the prime minister said responsible and sympathetic behaviour of their parents, guardians and relatives can save them from the derailment.
Source : New Age
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