On October 9, A ceremony was held to honor individuals who completed their treatment programs under Drug Court rehabilitation order, celebrating their success in overcoming addiction and embracing new, substance-free lives.

The chief guest at the event was Chief Justice Abdul Ghani Mohamed. In his keynote address, he emphasized the physical, emotional, and social challenges that individuals face while overcoming addiction. He highlighted the critical role of ongoing community support in helping these individuals rebuild their lives.

The chief judge of the Drug Court, Abdul Sattar Abdul Hameed, highlighted that there are frequent delays in starting the treatment process due to insufficient resources available for providing care. He emphasized the importance of finding solutions to this issue.

A participant shared his personal experiences, highlighting the significant challenges he encountered while overcoming drug addiction, as well as the positive transformations that resulted from his treatment. He emphasized that, despite completing the rehabilitation program, there remains a notable lack of societal acceptance for individuals in recovery.

In 2024, the Drug Court issued rehabilitation orders for a total of 597 individuals. Of these, 596 completed their treatment programs, reflecting a strong commitment to rehabilitation. However, 164 individuals faced termination from the program and were subsequently ordered to serve their sentences during the past year.