Arunachal Man Rebuilds Life After De-Addiction Support Under NAPDDR
A 27-year-old man from Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh, has become self-employed after receiving subsidised treatment, counselling and rehabilitation support under NAPDDR.
A 27-year-old man from the Scheduled Tribe community in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh, has moved towards financial independence and self-employment after receiving treatment and rehabilitation support under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).
The support was provided at the District De-Addiction Centre (DDAC) run by Care Me Home Welfare Society at Charju, Khonsa, in Tirap district.
His childhood was shaped by difficult family circumstances. The death of his father at an early age left him without adequate care, guidance and emotional support. His education was disrupted and he could study only up to middle school. During this vulnerable period, he began using substances at the age of 11.
Limited family support and difficulties in finding acceptance in society added to his struggles. Despite these hardships, he continued to aspire to a stable and disciplined life, hoping to join the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRBN) and secure meaningful employment.
The connection with the DDAC at Charju, Khonsa, proved a turning point. On 9 May 2024, he received support under NAPDDR, including a highly subsidised treatment plan, counselling services and rehabilitation assistance.
The intervention helped him overcome substance dependency, strengthen his personal skills and move towards a more stable life. Counselling and rehabilitation services supported his recovery and social reintegration, while community support and preventive interventions helped strengthen the rehabilitation process.
He is now self-employed and more financially independent, which marks meaningful steps towards self-reliance. His progress reflects the change that accessible treatment, counselling and community support can bring to a person's life.
Speaking about his recovery, he said, "Treatment and counselling helped me overcome dependency and rebuild my life with confidence."
His journey highlights the role of NAPDDR-supported de-addiction services in helping individuals rebuild their lives with dignity and renewed hope.