01 April 2025

Consultation Meeting on Youth and Substance Abuse in Bhutan.

March 31st 2025.

A consultation meeting on youth and substance abuse in Bhutan was successfully conducted at Dzongkhag conference hall, by the Social and Cultural Affairs Committee (SCAC) of the National Council of Bhutan.

The meeting aimed to assess the rising cases of substance abuse among the youth and discuss intervention strategies.

The participants at the meeting were from the Dzongkhag Administration, Law Enforcement Agencies, Local Government Representatives, Education, and Community Leaders.

The discussions focused on the challenges posed by drug-related issues and the impact on public health, social stability, and law enforcement.