Today, the brain and spine of all activities of NDRT group of institutions is none other than Ruksana Hassan, who is its father, mother and guru – all rolled into one. NDRT is her brain-child. Along with Ruksana, there is a yet another gentleman who was instrumental in giving shape to the idea of rehabilitation and counselling centre.

It was Syed Saifulla Shah – popularly known as SSS. While Ruksana had tremendous knowledge about addiction on account of her academic background and constant interaction with diversified section of people, SSS had practical experience of the subject on account of his experimental experience. Thus, it was the blend of knowledge and experience that has made NDRT what it is today.