Students urged to give ideas to combat drugs

Guntur: Hard work can help students achieve success irrespective of their family’s financial background or the institution in which they study, said Eagle (Elite Anti-Narcotic Group for Law Enforcement) IGP Ake Ravi Krishna.

Addressing the valedictory session of ‘Diksharambh’ at Government Women’s Autonomous College here on Friday, he urged students to stay away from drugs and work towards building a bright future. Sharing his personal journey from studying at a government college in Rajahmundry to becoming an IPS officer, Ravi Krishna said that he had overcome several financial challenges and succeeded in the Civil Services Examination and six other competitive examinations. He said that determination and perseverance were essential for success.

He urged the students to contribute innovative ideas to combat drug networks using drones, Artificial Intelligence and blockchain technology. He requested them to join the campaign against drug abuse. He encouraged students to report information about drug-related activities anonymously through the EAGLE toll-free number 1972 or its website.

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