Banteay Meanchey Governor Urges Students to Study Hard and Avoid Drugs

Banteay Meanchey Provincial Governor Ouk Rathry on August 5, 2026, urged students to strive for academic excellence and steer clear of illicit drugs. Speaking at Yang Oudom Primary School in Yang Oudom village, Phnom Srok district, the governor emphasized the critical role of the youth in the nation's future development. Governor Rathry highlighted that students are invaluable assets who will carry the torch of national development. He encouraged them to listen to their parents and teachers, study diligently, and embrace new knowledge to achieve their dreams and a bright future. Beyond academic encouragement, the governor specifically addressed the pervasive issue of drug abuse. He implored all students to be vigilant and firmly reject drugs, warning that they not only damage physical and mental health but also shatter the hopes and promising futures of young people. Furthermore, Governor Rathry expressed profound gratitude to the school administration and teachers for their dedication and hard work in nurturing the younger generation into morally upright and knowledgeable individuals, vital for the nation's progress. Source: AKP Khmer