Patiala, Sept. 21 -- After the launch of its 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign earlier this year, the Punjab government is preparing to roll out another drug de-addiction initiative titled 'Soorma'.

As part of the programme, individuals who have successfully overcome substance dependence will be roped in as community ambassadors, or 'Soorma' as they will be termed.

According to an official communique, nodal psychiatrists in all districts have been directed to identify eligible individuals who can be nominated and oriented as Soorma before Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann officially launches it.

These ambassadors will leverage their lived experiences to build trust, guide others towards recovery and serve as motivating agents at the gra...