[Marxistindia] Resolution adopted at the 24th Congress of CPI(M)

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Resolution

Combat Drug Addiction among Youngsters

 

The 24th Congress of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) expresses
serious concern about drug addiction among youngsters worldwide, including
India. This pressing issue necessitates immediate attention, collective
action, and concrete solutions. Drug addiction affects not only health but
also education, employment, and social stability, undermining the potential
of young people to contribute to national development.

 

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) World Drugs Report
highlights the rising prevalence of substance use disorders among
adolescents and young adults, driven by social alienation, peer pressure,
and easy access to illicit substances. The World Health Organization (WHO)
estimates that approximately 270 million people worldwide, aged 15-64, used
illicit drugs in 2020. Youth remain the most vulnerable in demographic
terms.

 

India, with its vast youth population, faces a serious drug addiction
crisis. Reports from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the
National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (NDDTC) indicate alarming trends
in the consumption of opioids, cannabis, and synthetic drugs. Nearly 3.1
lakh individuals in India struggle with drug addiction. The 2019 National
Survey on Extent and Pattern of Substance Use in India found that 14.6 per
cent of individuals aged 10-19 years used psychoactive substances.

 

Concerns and Recommendations: There is an urgent need for comprehensive
strategies encompassing prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and law
enforcement. This Party Congress recommends the following:

1.     Strengthening Prevention and Awareness Programmes: Implement
awareness campaigns in schools, colleges, and communities to educate
youngsters about drug abuse risks.

2.     Enhancing Treatment and Rehabilitation Facilities: Increase access to
quality treatment centres, incorporating evidence-based interventions and
counselling.

3.     Enforcing Stringent Laws and Regulations: Strengthen enforcement
mechanisms to curb the illicit drug trade and ensure effective
implementation of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act,
1985.

4.     Promoting Community-Based Initiatives: Engage parents, teachers, and
local leaders to create a supportive environment and provide positive
alternatives.

5.     Increasing Funding and Resource Allocation: Allocate sufficient funds
to support anti-drug initiatives, treatment centres, and research
programmes.

 

The 24th Congress of the CPI(M) urges the Government of India to take
immediate and sustained action against drug addiction among youngsters. A
comprehensive National Action Plan is needed to combat drug abuse
effectively. It is only collective action, commitment, and cooperation among
governments, civil society, and individuals that can help mitigate the
menace of drug addiction among youngsters.

 

 

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