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Cops to offer de-addiction courses to airport cabbies

NEW DELHI: In a unique initiative by Delhi Police, taxi drivers at the Indira Gandhi International Airport who work long hours and lead stressful lives, will be given a de-addiction course for shunning pornography and alcoholism.
Many taxi drivers have been seen to resort to alcohol and pornography, in an attempt to cope with work related stress, as well as bond with their peers.
This has serious implications on their health and well-being, as well as the safety and security of passengers.
Cases of drunk driving and assault on women are some of the adverse consequences of developing an addiction to alcohol and pornography.
In an attempt to tackle this issue, Special Commissioner of Police for Airport and Women's Safety, Sanjay Beniwal, launched an Awareness Programme for Women's Safety and Prevention of Drunk Driving for taxi drivers stationed at IGI Airport on Friday.
Beniwal assured his support for all drivers who wished to seek treatment for addiction, and encouraged all drivers to move from a destructive addiction to alcohol to a positive and constructive dedication to the family, community and the nation.
In its initial course, the project will run for one year and its impact will be closely monitored.
Based on the inputs received, the project will be replicated in airports across India.
Kamal (name changed), a taxi driver, was admitted for in-house treatment for three months in the programme.
He also attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and kept in touch with his counsellor, for an excess of emotions that he experienced.
For the past four months, Kamal has been away from alcohol, and is handling his relationships responsibly with the help of counsellors.
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