Ludhiana, June 27 -- Announcing the next phase of the Punjab government's anti-drug drive, chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday launched a "Soorma" (warrior) campaign, saying it aimed to transform recovered drug victims into "ambassadors of hope" who will lead the fight against addiction at the grassroots.

Felicitating individuals who remained drug-free for over two years with specially crafted 'Soorma' rings and T-shirts, Mann announced that they will not only inspire others to overcome addiction but will also be provided employment opportunities by the state government.

Addressing the gathering, Mann said the youth present at the event had taken a historic step by overcoming addiction after losing everything to drugs. He said toda...