Kohima, Nov 4: The Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare, Nagaland, Recovery Wellness Society and Mt. Olive College, organised ‘Breaking the Silence 4.0’, an awareness campaign on mental health and substance abuse at Mt. Olive College, Kohima, on November 3.

The programme aimed to promote mental health awareness, address the challenges of substance abuse and encourage young people to seek support without fear of stigma or social discrimination.
Major General H S Mavi, Inspector General Assam Rifles (North), attended the event as Guest of Honour, while Wango Langsym, Deputy Director and State Nodal Officer for Mental Health, participated as the Special Guest.
The programme featured a keynote address and special speeches by Bahun Nongrum and Lovikali Swu, highlighting the importance of mental well-being, early intervention and collective responsibility in tackling substance abuse.
A special presentation titled ‘Voice Beyond Silence’ by ZT Slingshot was also organised, using creative expression to reinforce the campaign's message and encourage open conversations around mental health.
The event culminated in the formal launch of ‘Breaking the Silence 4.0’, marking a renewed effort to engage students and communities in addressing mental health concerns and substance-related challenges.
Through the initiative, Assam Rifles and its partner organisations sought to strengthen awareness, promote informed choices and build a supportive environment where individuals can speak openly about their struggles and access appropriate help.
The campaign reflects the importance of coordinated efforts by security forces, educational institutions, government departments and civil society in safeguarding the well-being of young people.