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Aizawl, Oct 31 (PTI) Mizoram on Friday launched tobacco-free youth campaign 3.0, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to protect the health of young citizens.

Health and Family Welfare minister Lalrinpuii inaugurated the campaign at a function held in Aizawl.

Speaking on the occasion, Lalrinpuii said the primary objective of the tobacco-free youth campaign is to make tobacco-free villages and schools across the state.

A study by the health department shows that most of the drug addicts in the state start with tobacco and alcohol, she said.

Middle school children are also using tobacco and drugs, as per the study, the minister said.

“Tobacco use not only affects mental and physical health but also the environment around us and the financial management

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