Last year, a few dedicated youths of Imphal formed the All-Manipur Anti-Drug Association aiming to root out the menace of alcoholism and drug abuse in the state. A year down the line, the association has effectively launched its campaign in Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal and Bishenpur. The year-old association celebrated its foundation day with a function here today.

The campaign launched by the association garnered popular support from Assam Rifles as well as the army units, with troops handing over seized country liquor to the members for destruction.

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