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DSCC Administrator Md. Abdus Salam Emphasizes Cultural Practice to Rescue Youth From Drug Addiction and Frustration

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Staff Reporter • 13 Nov • 2 min read

DSCC Administrator Md. Abdus Salam Emphasizes Cultural Practice to Rescue Youth From Drug Addiction and Frustration
Cultural activists and national leaders at the Bangladesh Theatre 40th-anniversary drama festival in Dhaka.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator and Freedom Fighter Md. Abdus Salam has underscored the vital importance of expanding cultural activities to steer the younger generation away from drug addiction and psychological distress, aiming to build a healthy, humane, and creative society. Speaking as the chief guest at the inaugural ceremony of the ‘Cute Natya Utsab’ marking the 40th founding anniversary of Bangladesh Theatre on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, he stated that music, poetry recitation, and drama are indispensable to human mental development.

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Presided over by eminent playwright Abdul Aziz, the event featured addresses by Shilpakala Academy Acting Director General Harun, Ekushey Padak-winning playwright and actress Lucky Enam, and actor Kashem. Expressing grave concern over rising drug abuse and despair among youth, Mr. Salam urged society and state institutions to actively foster theatrical and artistic pursuits. He also emphasized the indispensable contributions of grassroots workers, including city sanitation crews, noting that true well-being requires collective equity, social responsibility, and a shared commitment to community health rather than isolated individual wealth.

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