From Alcohol Dependence to a New Beginning: Raihan's Journey towards Recovery, Employment and Self-Reliance

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment published an account highlighting the recovery and rehabilitation journey of a 29-year-old individual from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, who overcame alcohol dependence with assistance from a District De-Addiction Centre. Facing challenges such as an unstable home environment, severe withdrawal symptoms, limited financial resources, and social stigma, the individual received free treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation services through Samuhik Utthan Sewa Samiti. With sustained follow-up support, he completed the General Duty Assistant programme and secured employment in a private hospital, achieving financial independence and social reintegration.