On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the Rotary Club of Karachi (RCK) formalized a strategic partnership with the Sindh Police, District South Zone, through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at combating drug abuse through awareness, prevention, and rehabilitation initiatives. The MoU was signed by Rtn. Naila Masood, President RCK, and Syed Asad Raza, DIG Sindh Police, South Zone, in the presence of senior Rotarians and police officials.
Under this MoU, RCK will serve as the primary implementing partner, working closely with the Police Department, South Zone, to design and execute impactfull community-based programmes. The campaign, set to launch on August 20, 2025, will include awareness sessions in educational institutions, public seminars, community-level engagement such as corner meetings, and targeted outreach programmes to highlight the harmful effects of drug use and the importance of rehabilitation.
The initiative will also explore fundraising campaigns, CSR-linked projects, and participation in Rotary Global and District grants, ensuring alignment with Rotary’s key areas of focus. Other planned collaborations include public service projects such as blood donation drives, breast cancer awareness programmes, tree plantation, and health initiatives.
Present at the signing ceremony were Rtn. Shafqat Ali (Joint Secretary, RCK), Rtn. Shoaib Ali Khan (Member, RCK), and Rtn. Salman Javed (Member, Rotary Club Karachi Nexus). Speaking on the occasion, both parties reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening community well-being, tackling drug abuse at its roots, and fostering a healthier, more aware society through sustained, collaborative action.
