Shimla, Sep 29 (PTI) Himachal Pradesh government has sanctioned Rs 5.34 crore for the construction of a 100-bedded state-of-the-art spacious de-addiction centre in the Sirmaur district, a statement said on Monday.

The spokesperson of the state government said that the government has adopted a comprehensive two-pronged strategy to curb drug abuse and reintegrate drug-affected youth into the mainstream.

In addition, five new drug de-addiction centres are being established in Mandi, Lahaul-Spiti, Chamba, Solan and Sirmaur districts.

The strategy focuses both on preventing substance abuse among youth and on rehabilitating those already addicted. For counselling and early intervention, 108 new ‘Disha’ centres have been set up in health institutions across the state where ASHA workers, doctor

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