War Against Drugs: Sports Dept Coaches sensitize players on ill effects of drugs
Ferozepur, March 3, 2025: Under the Punjab Government's ongoing 'War Against Drugs' campaign, awareness sessions were organized at various sports centres across the district, following the directions of Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma. The sessions were conducted by coaches of the sports department at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Stadium Ferozepur, Hockey Stadium Ferozepur, Sri Guru Ramdas Stadium Guru HarSahai, Handball Coaching Centre Satiye Wala, and Tut during morning and evening practice hours.
District Sports Officer Rupinder Singh informed that during these sessions, coaches addressed players, making them aware of the harmful effects of drugs on personal performance and social life. The initiative aims to create awareness among sportspersons and promote a drug-free environment.
Coaches Gagan Mata, Jagmeet Singh, Gurjeet Singh, Ranjit Singh, Manmeet Singh, and Tejinder Singh sensitized the players to the adverse effects of drug addiction and motivated them to stay away from drugs, encouraging them to become part of the anti-drug campaign.