The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 13 October 2026 that the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR) provides treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation to help individuals overcome substance dependence. The release shares the case of a 47-year-old man from Gorakhpur who received free medical care and psychological support starting 13 August 2021. Following his recovery, the individual established a livelihood driving an auto-rickshaw and now earns approximately ₹30,000 per month. This demonstrates the plan's role in supporting socio-economic reintegration.
Key points
- NAPDDR provides free de-addiction treatment, medical care, and psychological counselling
- One beneficiary in Gorakhpur recovered and now earns approximately ₹30,000 per month
- Support includes family counselling to help individuals reintegrate into society
When it applies
- individual received support under NAPDDR
Who it affects
- one individual