The governor of West Azerbaijan, Mohammad-Sadegh Motamedian, has announced plans to make public spaces in the province inhospitable for drug addicts, aiming to improve public safety and reduce visible homelessness. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach involving various agencies, including the police, judiciary, cultural organizations, and media, to effectively address the issue. Motamedian stressed the importance of public awareness and community involvement in reducing the visibility of drug addiction in public spaces, highlighting the detrimental impact it has on public safety and the perception of urban environments.