Raipur De Addiction Campaign Review: In the de-addiction campaign review meeting in Raipur, expansion of Bharat Mata Vahini scheme, increasing the capacity of rehabilitation centres, establishment of new de-addiction centers and effective implementation of NCORD-NMBA were discussed in detail. Know the complete details.
Raipur NCORD NMBA Update: A state level committee meeting was organized at Raipur-based Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar for the effective implementation of Chhattisgarh Alcohol Addiction Mukti Abhiyan (Bharat Mata Vahini Yojana) and review of the upcoming action plan. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. Shehla Nigar, Principal Secretary, Social Welfare Department. In this, Director of Social Welfare Department Mr. Ranveer Sharma and many senior officers and departmental representatives were present.
Review of progress of de-addiction campaign and rehabilitation services
In the meeting, the progress of the ongoing alcohol de-addiction campaign in the state was reviewed in detail. Rehabilitation of drug addicts, operation of de-addiction centers and future action plan were also discussed. Also, the compliance report of the previous meeting on 6 October 2023 was reviewed and the progress against the set targets was assessed.
Expansion of Bharat Mata Vahini Scheme and formation in Gram Panchayats
The committee decided that Bharat Mata Vahini will be formed and expanded in those new gram panchayats of each development block, whose population is more than 1000. Its objective is to make the de-addiction campaign more effective and active at the rural level, so that awareness can be increased in the society.
Capacity increase of de-addiction centers and establishment of new centres.
It was suggested in the meeting that the capacity of the 15 bedded Integrated Rehabilitation Centers should be increased to 50 beds. Also, in the districts where there are no de-addiction centres, new centers will be established. Under this, a plan was made to open new centers in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, Sukma, Bemetara and Korba districts.
Emphasis on monitoring, financial review and transparency
There was also discussion on installation of CCTV cameras and biometric attendance system in de-addiction centers to ensure transparency and accountability. The works and expenditure for the financial years 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 were reviewed. Besides, the action plan for 2026-27, human resources and administrative requirements were also considered.
Emphasis on effective implementation of NCORD and NMBA
In the meeting, emphasis was laid on active participation of all departments and social organizations in effective implementation of NCORD and NMBA schemes. To create a drug-free society, it was agreed to carry out departmental coordination, quality improvement of rehabilitation services and public awareness activities on a large scale.