From Childhood Adversity to Recovery and Self-Reliance: Rahul Llowang’s Journey under NAPDDR
Rahul Llowang, a 27-year-old from Arunachal Pradesh, overcame substance dependency through treatment and rehabilitation support provided under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR). After receiving subsidized treatment and counselling starting on 9 May 2024 at a District De-Addiction Centre, he is now self-employed and financially independent.
In Simple Words
Rahul Llowang faced a difficult childhood marked by the early loss of his father and limited family support, which led him to start using substances at age 11 and limited his education to middle school. Despite these challenges, he aspired to join the Indian Reserve Battalion and lead a stable life.
A turning point came when he received subsidized treatment, counseling, and rehabilitation support under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR) at a District De-Addiction Centre in Arunachal Pradesh. This intervention helped him overcome dependency and achieve self-employment and financial independence.
Key Points
- Rahul Llowang is a 27-year-old man from the Scheduled Tribe community in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh.
- He started using substances at the age of 11 due to difficult family circumstances and limited support.
- He received treatment under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).
- Support was provided at the District De-Addiction Centre (DDAC) run by Care Me Home Welfare Society at Charju, Khonsa.
- He received support starting on 9 May 2024, including a subsidised treatment plan, counselling, and rehabilitation assistance.
- He is now self-employed and financially independent, moving towards a stable life.
Exam Angle
A. National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR)
Source: Press Information Bureau