24/06/2026
Seminar Held at Mian Afzal Trust Hospital to Mark International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
Gujranwala, June 23, 2026: Mian Afzal Trust Hospital (MATH), in collaboration with Pakistan Youth Organization (PYO), organized a seminar to commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking at the Conference Hall of Mian Afzal Trust Hospital, Gujranwala.
Mr. Shabir, representative of the Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF), Gujranwala Division, attended the event as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the participants, Mr. Sana Ullah Rathore, Chairman of Mian Afzal Trust Hospital (MATH) and President of Pakistan Youth Organization (PYO), stated that observing the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has become an annual tradition of both organizations. He emphasized that drug addiction remains a serious challenge not only for Pakistan but for the entire world.
Mr. Rathore appreciated the efforts of the Chief Minister of Punjab for establishing the Punjab Counter Narcotics Force and commended the department's outstanding performance in reducing the supply of illicit drugs. He expressed MATH and PYO's willingness to collaborate with CNF on joint initiatives related to drug prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and public awareness. He stressed that every citizen and stakeholder must play an active role in combating the menace of drug abuse.
He further highlighted that Pakistan Youth Organization (PYO) and Mian Afzal Trust Hospital (MATH) have been at the forefront of drug prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation efforts for decades. Through extensive awareness campaigns, community outreach programs, counseling services, and treatment interventions, the organizations have educated thousands of individuals about the dangers of substance abuse and successfully helped thousands of patients overcome addiction, enabling them to lead healthy, productive, and drug-free lives.
He further highlighted MATH's contributions to environmental protection through renewable energy, biogas, solar energy, and tree plantation projects. He noted that PYO and MATH have been actively raising public awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and have successfully treated thousands of patients who are now leading healthy and productive lives.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shabir of the Punjab Counter Narcotics Force stated that CNF Gujranwala Division had seized tons of narcotics and played a significant role in efforts to eradicate drug trafficking in the region. He informed participants that CNF police stations have been established in Gujranwala, Sialkot, Gujrat, Hafizabad, and Mandi Bahauddin, all of which are performing effectively in the fight against narcotics.
Mr. Rana Maqsood Ahmad, Project Director of MATH, highlighted the hospital's role in reducing drug demand through awareness campaigns, counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation services. He stated that Pakistan Youth Organization has been working in the field of drug prevention for the past 35 years, while Mian Afzal Trust Hospital has been contributing to treatment and rehabilitation efforts for the last 25 years.
Sufi Muhammad Javed welcomed the guests and was given the orientation of the programmes of Mian Afzal Trust Hospital Gujranwala Pakistan Gujranwala Pakistan l Gujranwala and Pakistan Youth Pakistan Youth Organization
Other speakers at the seminar included Mr. Arshad Javed Mughal, Mr. Adnan Mahmood, Mr Naveed Baig, Mr. Raghib Mir, Mr. Muhammad Iqbal Mughal, Ms. Minahil, and Ms. Imrana. They emphasized the importance of collective action, community awareness, prevention programs, and strong partnerships among government institutions, civil society organizations, healthcare providers, and citizens to effectively address the growing challenge of substance abuse.
The seminar concluded with a renewed commitment from all participants to strengthen efforts for drug prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and the promotion of healthy, drug-free communities.
Together, we can build a healthier, safer, and drug-free society.
