India talks prevention. Now let recovery be visible

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Himalaya Harbinger, Uttarakhand Bureau

India has learned to say no to addiction. Campaigns reach classrooms and public platforms, and de-addiction services sit inside government hospitals. The next step is quieter and practical: make recovery visible in public life so people know where to go, families feel less alone, and workplaces have a clear path to welcome people back. The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan now operates in 372 identified districts, expanding education, outreach and referral pathways. The Drug De-addiction Programme, launched in 1988 by the