By Kashmir News Corner 
Tangdhar, Feb 13 (KNC): On the occasion of World Radio Day, Maj Gen Rakesh Nair, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Vajr Division, visited Rooh-e-Karnah Community Radio, reaffirming the crucial role of grassroots media in empowering and strengthening border communities.
As per news agency Kashmir News Corner — KNC, during his interaction with the station’s team, Maj Gen Nair lauded the efforts of the community radio in spreading awareness, promoting local talent, and acting as a bridge between the administration and the people in far-flung areas of Karnah. He described community radio as a powerful platform that amplifies local voices and fosters inclusive development in border regions.
Voicing serious concerns over the growing drug abuse menace, the GOC termed it a grave threat to the youth of Karnah and adjoining areas. He stressed that narcotics not only ruin individual lives but also erode the social fabric of society.
Urging collective vigilance and decisive action against drug peddlers, he emphasized that safeguarding the younger generation is a shared responsibility of families, civil society, and security agencies alike. He called for sustained awareness campaigns and active community participation to ensure a drug-free future.
The visit coincided with World Radio Day celebrations, underscoring the transformative role of community-driven media initiatives in remote border belts like Tangdhar. (KNC)