Army Cycling Campaign Against Drug Abuse Launched in Nan
The 38th Army Area Command and Nan Province launched a cycling campaign on July 16 to raise awareness about drug abuse prevention and promote community health through physical exercise.
The 38th Army Area Command and Nan Province jointly launched a "Cycling Against Drug Abuse" event to unite communities in building a healthier, drug-free society. On July 16, 2025, Pol. Gen. Bunyarith Kasatrawet, commander of the 38th Army Area, presided over the ceremony to launch the anti-drug cycling event near Nan Provincial Police Station in Muang Nan District. Government officials, representatives from relevant agencies, cycling club members, and residents participated enthusiastically in the activity.
The cyclists departed from Nan Provincial Police Station and traveled through Phu Phiang District before concluding at Suriyapong Camp, covering approximately 10 kilometers amid a spirit of cooperation and unity among all sectors. The event aims to raise public awareness of the importance of health maintenance through physical exercise, demonstrate collective resolve against drug abuse, and promote creative use of leisure time through sports activities. The initiative serves as another approach to building social immunity, reducing risk factors for drug involvement, and creating sustainable safe communities.