The 1954th de-addiction camp was inaugurated at Kodava Samaja, Kushalnagara, under the benevolent blessings of Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade ji and Smt. Dr. Hemavathi V. Heggade, This vital initiative was organized by the Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project (SKDRDP). The program also received crucial guidance from the Karnataka State Temperance Board, Bengaluru, and widespread support from numerous local community organizations and generous donors, ensuring a comprehensive approach to de-addiction and community welfare.

The inauguration ceremony was marked by the presence of many dignitaries, who collectively inaugurated the event. Shri V. D. Pundareekaksha, President of the Management Committee, presided over the event, delivering a thoughtful address. Shri Nandakumar P. P., Camp Officer, provided an insightful overview of the Jana Jagruthi Vedike’s mission and the camp’s structured daily activities. Shri Shri  Mallesha Swamiji highlighted the de-addiction camp as a sacred, community-driven endeavour, commending the extraordinary achievements of the Dharmasthala Rural Development Project across various welfare and developmental fields.  Shri Hanumanthappa Angadi delivered the welcome address and Shri Nagaraj K. P. offered the vote of thanks,