Ganga Nursing College Conducts Anti-Drug Awareness Programme

Ganga Nursing College, Coimbatore, organised an anti-drug awareness programme at the Gandhipuram bus stand, using flash mob and mime performances to educate the public on the harmful effects of substance abuse.


COIMBATORE: Ganga Nursing College, Coimbatore, conducted an anti-drug awareness programme at the Gandhipuram bus stand on Tuesday evening to sensitise the public and youth to the harmful effects of substance abuse.

The programme, held from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., aimed to create awareness about the dangers of drug addiction and the importance of preventing its spread in society.



The event began with a flash mob, followed by a mime performance by students, highlighting the adverse impact of drug abuse in an emotional and engaging manner.

Police personnel were also present and extended support by making the necessary arrangements for the smooth conduct of the programme and ensuring public safety.



Dr. Shyam of Ganga Hospital and Medical Centre addressed the gathering and spoke about the ill-effects of drug abuse and the ways to prevent addiction.

The programme concluded with participants and members of the public taking a pledge — “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life” — reaffirming their commitment to building a drug-free society.

Coimbatore Gears Up for Northeast Monsoon with Review of Roads, Drains and Emergency Plans

A review meeting chaired by Backward Classes Welfare Minister V. Sampathkumar was held in Coimbatore to assess road repa...

‘Dengue Awareness Street’ Event Held in Coimbatore

Coimbatore Corporation held a Dengue Awareness Street programme on September 19, 2026, in Gandhipuram and New Sithapudur...

Coimbatore Launches 43 Electric Vehicles Worth ₹86 Lakh and a Rabies Vaccination Camp for Stray Dogs

Coimbatore Corporation flagged off 43 electric vehicles worth Rs 86 lakh for solid waste management at RS Puram Kalaiara...

Gudalur Municipality Steps Up Dengue Mosquito Eradication Drive Across 27 Wards

Coimbatore Gudalur Municipality has intensified mosquito and larvae eradication work across all 27 wards to prevent deng...

Burglar Finds No Gold or Cash, Ransacks House and Leaves a ‘Sorry’ Behind

A burglar who broke into a locked house in Coimbatore’s Ramanathapuram area expecting to find cash and jewellery reporte...

GKNM Hospital Launches Coimbatore's First Healthcare AI Centre of Excellence

Coimbatore’s GKNM Hospital has launched a Centre of Excellence in Healthcare AI in association with IISc Bengaluru and T...