The Department of Science and Humanities organized an Awareness Programme for First-Year Engineering Students (2025-2029 Batch). The programme, titled “Mental Health, Nutrition, Hygiene — Your shield against Drug Addiction,” was held on August 21, 2025, at 1:15 P.M. in the Kamarajar Auditorium, Oxford Block. Dr. V. Anusuya, AP/Chemistry, delivered the Welcome Address. Dr. K. Anand, Academic Coordinator,  honoured the Chief Guest, Mrs. R. Devi (DRP). Dr. A. Shanmugapriya, AP/ Chemistry, gave an introduction about the Chief Guest. The programme was inaugurated by Mrs R. Devi (DRP), who delivered motivational and practical advice on mental health and drug addiction. Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, influencing our ability to cope with stress, make decisions, and interact with others. Drug addiction is a disease that affects a person’s brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medicine. Students learned about drug addiction and how to prevent this kind of addiction. Students participated actively and learned knowledge and understanding of mental health and drug addiction. Dr. K. Karuppasamy, AP/ Tamil, delivered the Vote of Thanks.