Three new drug rehabilitation centres to be established

COLOMBO (News 1st) - National Dangerous Drugs Control Board has decided to establish three new centers for the rehabilitation of drug addicts.

Director General Sujith Kothalawala stated that the new centers will be set up in Matara, Kurunegala, and Batticaloa.

He noted that the number of individuals addicted to the drug 'ice' is increasing rapidly.

The Director General further stated that an island-wide survey will be launched to identify those addicted to toxic drugs in the country.

He added that awareness programs have also been expanded to prevent youth from falling victim to drug abuse.