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Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla today flagged off the 11th HP Police Half Marathon-2024 organized by the Himachal Pradesh Police Department against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking at the historic Ridge Maidan, Shimla.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said that the enthusiasm shown by every section of the society against the menace of drugs through this 11th Half Marathon was commendable. Children, youth, senior citizens and physically challenged people also participated in this race with the message of the evil of drugs, which was a matter of satisfaction, he said and added that this effort of the police would certainly prove effective in taking this campaign of drug free himachal to every household.
He said that the dignity of Devbhoomi would be restored and drugs would be eradicated.
He said that every section of the society to be a part of such awareness campaigns strongly, only then we would be able to wipe out drugs from the society. He called upon the people to contribute in making Himachal drug free and extend support to every campaign against drugs.
The Governor administered an oath to the participants to stay away from drugs.
Director General of Police, Atul Verma welcomed the Governor and gave detailed information about the 11th Half Marathon.
Senior officers of Police and other departments, district administration and other prominent people were also present on the occasion
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