UPJ Collaborates with BNN and PMI to Commemorate International Anti-Narcotics Day 2024, Featuring Endah n Rhesa as Guest Stars

Bintaro, South Tangerang, 10/07/2024 – Universitas Pembangunan Jaya (UPJ) organized the PRIMA Lanjutan 2023 event series in commemoration of International Anti-Narcotics Day 2024. This event was in collaboration with the South Tangerang National Narcotics Agency (BNN) and the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), featuring the musical duo Endah n Rhesa as guest stars at the closing ceremony. 

The PRIMA Lanjutan 2023 event series included seminars by Ilham Wardana and Samuel Nugraha, as well as a blood donation drive open to the public. The seminar aimed to raise awareness among students and the community about the dangers of drugs and encourage them to lead healthy lives. 

Satria Ika Putra, S.H., M.H., Head of BNN South Tangerang, expressed his concern for the younger generation, who are vulnerable to drug abuse. “We are grateful to UPJ for organizing International Anti-Narcotics Day on their campus. The impact of drugs is immense; BNN records show that around 50 people overdose every day. Therefore, BNN is here to save the younger generation and realize Indonesia Emas 2045,” he explained. 

These concerns were echoed in a seminar by Samuel Nugraha, who emphasized the important role students play in promoting a healthy lifestyle and preventing drug addiction.  

Simultaneously, UPJ collaborated with PMI to conduct a blood donation drive. This activity received high enthusiasm from students and the community, successfully meeting the target number of blood bags needed. 

UPJ Rector, Ir. Yudi Samyudia, Ph.D., expressed his gratitude to BNN South Tangerang and PMI for their collaboration in organizing this event. 

“I extend my thanks to BNN South Tangerang and PMI for their participation in International Anti-Narcotics Day 2024 at UPJ. It is our collective duty to protect each other and fight against drugs. Let’s make UPJ a pioneer in welcoming Indonesia Emas and creating an excellent generation,” he said. 

The PRIMA Lanjutan 2023 event concluded with a performance by the musical duo Endah n Rhesa. Their performance brought a lively and positive atmosphere to the participants, serving as a reminder to stay away from drugs and engage in beneficial activities. 

It is hoped that through this event, students and the younger generation will become more educated about the dangers of drugs and motivated to live healthy and productive lives.