Hyderabad, Nov. 11 -- In a preventive initiative to protect young people from substance abuse, Telangana EAGLE Force counselled four GITAM University students, along with their parents, at its Abids office.

The counselling session on Tuesday, November 10, was conducted by EAGLE Force Superintendent of Police Giridhar to sensitise the students about the harmful effects of drug consumption and its potential impact on their health, education and career prospects.

The students, who were identified as having consumed drugs, were advised against falling prey to negative peer influence and urged to focus on their studies and career goals. They acknowledged their mistake and assured the officers that they would never return to drug consumption....