NATAK Program - Awareness Program at Dirusamarru Village on Antibiotic Resistance

Awareness Programme on Antibiotic Resistance Conducted at Dirusumarru Village Bhimavaram, September 30, 2026: KGRL College of Pharmacy, Bhimavaram, organized an Awareness Programme on Antibiotic Resistance at Dirusumarru Village as part of the National Pharmacy Week (NPW) 2026 Celebrations under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) Programme. As part of the programme, pharmacy students and faculty members conducted an awareness rally through the village, carrying messages highlighting the responsible use of antibiotics and the growing threat of antibiotic resistance. The rally aimed to create awareness among the public about the importance of using antibiotics only on the advice of qualified healthcare professionals and completing the prescribed course. A special street play (Natak) was also performed in front of the village residents. Through an engaging and simple presentation, the students demonstrated the causes and consequences of antibiotic misuse, self-medication, and incomplete antibiotic courses, emphasizing the role of the community in preventing antimicrobial resistance. The programme received a positive response from the villagers, who actively participated in the awareness activities. The initiative reflected the commitment of KGRL College of Pharmacy towards community health education and social responsibility through UBA activities. The programme concluded with a message encouraging the public to “Use Antibiotics Responsibly – Prevent Antibiotic Resistance” and to seek professional medical advice before taking antibiotics.