On Monday, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated ‘Nav Jeevan’, Himachal Pradesh's first government-run women de-addiction and rehabilitation centre, located in Mashobra near Shimla. Sukhu emphasized the severe impact of addiction on women and their families, underscoring the need for effective treatment and rehabilitation. The centre will provide comprehensive services including safe accommodation, medical care, psychological counselling, and social reintegration support aimed at helping women reclaim their lives. Additionally, Sukhu announced plans for a second facility at Dr Rajendra Prasad Govt Medical College in Tanda, Kangra district. He advocated for a compassionate approach towards addiction victims, while vowing to take stringent measures against drug traffickers. The CM also highlighted the ongoing anti-chitta public movement, which has gained traction among various community groups. In a related initiative, four ambulances were flagged off to improve emergency healthcare services in the Hamirpur region, enhancing medical assistance in local areas.