Drug Addiction has been identified by the Ministry of Human Rights as a growing social crisis that threatens Pakistan’s youth, with officials urging coordinated action by the state, educational institutions and local communities. Speaking at an awareness seminar organised with the Law Department of The University of Faisalabad, representatives stressed that addiction should not be treated as an individual failure but addressed through awareness, empathy and clear institutional responsibility.
Officials warned that substance abuse is undermining social stability, public health and future workforce potential, and that early education and informed intervention are critical to reducing long-term harm among students and young adults. The seminar highlighted the role of schools and universities in delivering timely information and creating safe channels for early intervention.
Speakers called for stronger prevention mechanisms, accessible rehabilitation services and targeted youth empowerment initiatives to counter the impact of the drug problem. They emphasised that an effective response to Drug Addiction requires sustained cooperation across government departments, universities and communities rather than relying solely on enforcement measures.
The event focused on educating students about the physical, psychological and social consequences of Drug Addiction while encouraging them to become advocates for awareness and peer support. Participants were urged to foster a culture of responsibility and compassion so that individuals struggling with substance use are guided toward recovery instead of being pushed to the margins by stigma.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to back awareness campaigns and policy measures aimed at protecting young people and urged institutions to develop accessible pathways to treatment and community-led prevention efforts. Officials said that combining education, rehabilitation and community engagement offers the best chance to safeguard Pakistan’s youth from the lasting harms of substance abuse.
