Afghanistan Reunites 44 Recovered Drug Addicts with Families

English , International - بین الاقوامی , Snippets , / Sunday, September 28th, 2025

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KABUL, Sept. 28 — Afghanistan’s Ministry of Interior Affairs announced that 44 former drug addicts have successfully completed treatment and were reunited with their families in Daykundi province.
According to the ministry, the individuals had been taken off the streets in different parts of the province several months ago and admitted to the 200-bed rehabilitation center in the central region. Following medical treatment and counseling, they have now returned to their families to begin a new chapter of life.
Officials emphasized that the reintegration process reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to combat narcotics, a longstanding challenge in Afghanistan. Authorities have banned the cultivation of opium poppy and other illegal crops, while intensifying operations against drug production and trafficking. Thousands of addicts have been rehabilitated and returned to their families in recent years under the government’s campaign.
The ministry said such initiatives aim not only to treat addiction but also to restore family bonds and encourage former addicts to play positive roles in society. It urged communities to support rehabilitation efforts and raise awareness about the dangers of drug use.
The statement reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a healthier, drug-free Afghanistan.