The Anti Narcotics Force is a unique organization as it not only deals with interdiction of narcotics but also carries out demand reduction activities. Most of the countries in the world have separate organizations for enforcement measures and for demand reduction. In accordance with the UN Conventions on the subject, the Government of Pakistan has set up a Ministry to deal with the multi dimensional activities associated with the use of illegal drugs.
The Drug Abuse Prevention Resource Centre is one of the two directorates of the Anti Narcotics Force dealing with demand reduction measures since 1998. Previously DDR was a project (from 1988 to 1998) funded by different international donors from time to time i.e European Commission,(1988- 1989), US Aid (1991-1992) and joint E.C./GOP Project (1995-1998) for carrying out the activities of drug demand reduction. Finally it became a part of ANF in 1998.
DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION ACTIVITIES
- Drug Burning Ceremony.
- Anti Drug Walks/ Rallies .
- Anti Drug Drama/ Theater Play.
- Youth Convention.
- Youth Ambassadors Recreational Trips.
- Hajj Campaign
- Community Awareness Campaign.
- Debate Competition .
- Free Medical Camps.
- ANF – Internship Program .
- Massive image bldg on Print & E-Media
- Interview on FM Radio.
- Workshop, Seminar & Sports Activities.
| Year | Lectures | Distribution of Info Material | Sports
Event |
Anti Drug Walk | Cultural
Show |
Seminar/
Wksp |
Awareness / Exh Stall | Medical
Camp/ Visits |
Total Activities |
| 2019 | 28 | 43 | 11 | 14 | 3 | 13 | 20 | 23 | 155 |
| 2020 | 40 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 37 | 147 |
| 2021 | 36 | 43 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 22 | 16 | 34 | 167 |
| Total | 104 | 123 | 22 | 27 | 4 | 46 | 49 | 94 | 469 |