Karachi: A delegation of Pakistan Youth Parliament (PYP) visited the Regional Headquarters of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Sindh, where the delegation received a warm welcome from senior officials of the force. The visit featured an engaging and informative session with Brigadier Muhammad Umar Farooq, Regional Commander ANF Sindh, focusing on the challenges posed by drug abuse and the importance of youth participation in prevention and awareness efforts.
The delegation was led by Mahnoor Ayaz, President – PYP Sindh Cabinet, under the special directives of Muhammad Abubakar, President – Pakistan Youth Parliament.
During the interactive session, Brigadier Muhammad Umar Farooq briefed the delegation on ANF’s operations and its broader approach to counter-narcotics efforts, including demand reduction, rehabilitation initiatives, and youth engagement strategies. He highlighted the serious social impact of drug abuse, particularly among young people, and emphasized the importance of collective efforts to strengthen prevention and awareness.
Brigadier Farooq also appreciated the role of youth platforms such as Pakistan Youth Parliament in promoting awareness and encouraged young leaders to serve as ambassadors for drug-prevention initiatives. He further expressed ANF’s openness to collaborative awareness campaigns, seminars, and workshops in educational institutions and communities.
As part of the visit, the PYP delegation presented a comprehensive suggestion draft outlining proposed areas of collaboration, including joint awareness campaigns, seminars, workshops, and youth mobilization activities aimed at strengthening community-level prevention and awareness.
The visit concluded with an exchange of commemorative shields, symbolizing mutual respect and the shared commitment to continued engagement and cooperation.
Speaking on the occasion, Mahnoor Ayaz stated, “The youth of Sindh stand united against the menace of drugs. We are committed to playing a leading role in making Pakistan drug-free, and this partnership with ANF will only strengthen our mission.”
The visit provided PYP members with valuable insight into the work of ANF and highlighted the importance of institutional engagement, youth awareness, community participation, and collaborative prevention efforts in addressing the challenges associated with drug abuse.