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Excise Minister M. Liju announces technology upgrade to combat youth drug abuse

M. Liju, Excise and Cooperation Minister, shared plans to upgrade Excise department using advanced technology to tackle youth substance abuse during a parade for 66 Civil Excise Officers in Thrissur. He conveyed optimism regarding a comprehensive liquor policy expected to be revealed soon, targeting persistent substance misuse challenges.

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Jun 5, 2026 · 1 min read · 2 views
Excise Minister M. Liju announces technology upgrade to combat youth drug abuse

Key Takeaways

  • •M. Liju announced plans to enhance the Excise department with advanced technology to combat youth substance abuse.
  • •The passing-out parade for 66 Civil Excise Officers in Thrissur attracted around 1,000 attendees despite challenging weather.
  • •Among the new officers, 41 hold undergraduate degrees and seven are postgraduates, showcasing a diverse educational background.
  • •Liju is optimistic about a comprehensive liquor policy set to be unveiled soon to tackle substance misuse issues.
  • •The Minister inaugurated World Environment Day celebrations by planting fruit saplings on the academy grounds, promoting environmental awareness.

M. Liju,Excise and Cooperation Minister,laid out plans to boost Excise department with tech to tackle youth substance abuse. At the passing-out parade for 66 Civil Excise Officers in Thrissur, he stressed integrity,dedication in their service. Despite rough weather, around 1,000 showed up .

Of the new officers,41 have undergraduate degrees, seven are postgraduates . Others include eight B.Tech holders,one MBA,one B.Ed, six diplomas. Liju is hopeful about a new liquor policy coming soon,which he thinks will address substance misuse issues.

Marking World Environment Day,the Minister planted fruit saplings on academy grounds . And awarded top cadets,offered financial help to family of Aneesh,a former staff member who passed away recently .

Excise Commissioner Seeram Sambasiva Rao and Academy Director T.M. Maju attended too,saluting the new officers. Minister's actions show a focus on public health,environmental care . But how much impact will it really have…

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