Thiruvananthapuram: The state government's anti-narcotic drive, Operation Toofan, received a significant boost as actor Mohanlal joined hands with the Kerala police as a 'Toofan Warrior'. The actor met Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday, expressing his full support for 'Operation Toofan the Narco Hunt', a special mission led by the police with the goal of making the state drug-free.
Public Support Encouraging
Chennithala stated that the public support and cooperation received for Operation Toofan have been encouraging. He added, "Support from a widely admired figure like Mohanlal would give the mission fresh momentum. A personality with such strong influence standing with the campaign would help spread greater awareness in society against drug abuse. Operation Toofan is not a temporary drive and would continue with greater strength and reach until the drug mafia is uprooted."
Intensified Awareness Campaigns
The minister said that awareness campaigns and monitoring systems would be intensified in schools, colleges, hostels, and residential areas across the state. 'Toofan Warriors' would be formed in all sectors with public participation. He also mentioned that steps are underway to establish coordinated mechanisms with south Indian states and ensure cooperation from national agencies to curb drug trafficking. A strong defensive network would be built in coordination with the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and airport and port authorities.
Mohanlal's Contribution
Mohanlal noted that the mission has already helped protect many families, young people, and students from falling into the grip of substance abuse. He handed over to Chennithala the framework of 'Say No to Drugs', an anti-drug initiative designed by the ViswaSanthi Foundation, which works in memory of his parents. Chennithala presented Mohanlal with an "I am a Toofan Warrior" badge.
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