Say No to Drugs: T’wood stars amplify CM’s pledge

The Telangana Government intensified its anti-drug efforts on Thursday, hosting an event at Shilpakala Vedika to mark International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Leading the charge were actors Ram Charan, Vijay Deverakonda, and producer Dil Raju, chairman of the Telangana Film Development Corporation, who all spoke out against drug abuse. The stars and other participants took a collective pledge, reinforcing the call for a drug-free society.




As a parent, I am worried to send my daughter out in the future: Ram Charan
Ram Charan shared that he never imagined that there would be a day dedicated to fighting drug abuse. He drew upon his childhood memories of having soda and popsicles by the roadside and voiced his concern over how those same spots have become sites where children are unknowingly exposed to harmful substances. He said, “I wasn’t a parent back then, so I didn’t understand it. But today, as a parent, even though my child is being homeschooled, I am worried about sending her out in the future.” Further, he urged people to protect their future by protecting their friends and family.


Chase success, money & ambition; chuck addiction: Vijay Deverakonda
Vijay Deverakonda stressed on the importance of self-awareness and urged the youth to make the right choices. He said, “I’ve experienced both extremes in life — times when I had no money and now, a time when I do. That’s why I want to tell people: whatever we do in life, if it doesn’t bring us respect, success, money, or good health, then it’s not worth pursuing. Until I turned thirty, I didn’t truly know who I was — because we’re constantly influenced by those around us — friends, society, expectations. That’s why I urge young people to be very careful about the choices they make and the company they keep.” He also urged the people to choose healthier alternatives like working out and chasing success. “Doing what you love and becoming successful at it — that’s the ultimate high. All these highs you chase become by-products of your future success. Chase success, chase money, chase ambition. Chase these highs, and society will respect you,” he concluded.


Telugu Film Industry will ban drug addicted actors, says Dil Raju
Dil Raju took a decisive pledge to take action against those in the Telugu Film Industry found using the banned substances. He said, “Recently, the Malayalam film industry took a stand and decided to expel anyone who was found using the banned substances. Similarly, when the Telangana FDC gets to know that something similar has happened in the (Telugu) film industry, we will work towards implementing a ban on them. Then the society will get a message from the film industry. As the FDC, we will definitely talk to the film industry, and we will make sure that Telugu films follow suit.”

The land of struggles and movements, Telangana, should not become a hub for ganja and drugs. We must all join hands to eradicate the drug menace and make Telangana a role model for the world
– Revanth Reddy at TG govt’s anti-drugs event


captions: Dil Raju, referring to the Malayalam film industry’s recent decision to expel those using banned substances, said the Telangana FDC would consider similar action if such cases arise in the Telugu film industry


Ram Charan and Vijay Deverakonda, along with other attendees, took a pledge for a
drug-free society