Inauguration
Phase Two of 'Operation Toofan' Launched
Balussery: The second phase of 'Operation Toofan', titled 'Toofan Thaddhesam'—aimed at expanding the state's fight against drugs to the ward level through local self-government institutions—has commenced.
As part of the state-level inauguration, Grama Panchayat President Mangaladas Triveni hoisted the Toofan flag at the Balussery Grama Panchayat premises. Following this, President Mangaladas Triveni inaugurated the project at a ceremony held in the Panchayat Hall, presided over by Vice President Sameera Kuvvakkattil.
ASI N. Gireesh administered the anti-drug pledge to the ward members, elected representatives, and dignitaries from various sectors who attended the event. Assistant Secretary K. Sajna detailed the specifics of the project.
Balussery Sub-Inspector U. Rasheed declared the 'Toofan Warriors'—who will lead local anti-drug activities—and inaugurated the badge distribution by presenting a badge to Panchayat Secretary C. Biju. Subsequently, Excise Officer Shiju conducted an awareness class.
Block Panchayat Health Standing Committee Chairperson Pushpa, along with elected representatives Batheesh Kalathedath and Suma Vellachalan Kandi, addressed the gathering. Standing Committee members U. K. Siraj welcomed the attendees, and Shanmughan Palancheri delivered the vote of thanks.
Elected representatives, local body employees, Kudumbashree members, Haritha Karma Sena workers, ASHA workers, Anganwadi staff, students, teachers, service pensioners, youth groups, members of voluntary organizations, and members of the general public participated in the event.
