Today marks the observance of World Alcohol-Free Day, drawing attention to the health and social consequences of alcohol consumption.
Globally, nearly 3 million people die each year due to alcohol-related causes.
In Sri Lanka, studies reveal that more than 40 people die prematurely every day from illnesses linked to alcohol use.
According to a study conducted by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the health and economic cost of alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka amounted to LKR 237 billion in 2023.
