CITY OF SAN FERNANDO Three local government units (LGUs) in Pampanga were cited by the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) for exemplary performance in implementing the national government’s anti-illegal drugs campaign.

The LGUs of Candaba, Masantol and San Luis were among those recognized in the roster which included the municipalities of Dinalupihan, Hermosa and Pilar in Bataan; Anao in Tarlac; and San Felipe in Zambales which notched perfect scores in all the indicators of the National Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Performance Audit Award, showing excellence in all aspects of the anti-illegal drug war.

The DILG in Central Luzon commended the awardees for their effectiveness and excellent performance in the implementation of anti-illegal drug campaigns, projects and activities, ensuring compliance to various policies and of significant drug demand and supply reduction programs.

The criteria for the award are Barangay ADAC functionality (30 points); drug clearing (30 points); and reduction of drug affectation status (40 points)