PM Modi launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan’, says drug-free youth crucial for Viksit Bharat
The launch marked the beginning of a 100-week nationwide ‘Jan Bhagidari’ campaign, under which activities will be organised every Sunday across the country
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan' on Sunday, emphasizing that a drug-free youth population is crucial for India's vision of a developed nation, or 'Viksit Bharat'. The initiative, backed by over 125 spiritual and public organizations, educational institutions, and industrial associations, aims to combat drug abuse by engaging the youth through community participation.
A pledge was taken by more than one crore youth at 28,000 locations across the country, with participants including several Chief Ministers and Governors. The program will continue for 100 weeks, with activities centered around art, culture, sports, meditation, spirituality, and service. Modi highlighted that the youth are driving advancements in technology, artificial intelligence, sports, and space exploration, and urged them to stay away from drugs for their own futures and for the nation's progress.
He stressed the government's commitment to tackling drug trafficking and addiction, noting the significant increase in arrests and the seizure of large quantities of drugs. The Prime Minister urged society to support those struggling with addiction and not to let past drug involvement define a person's identity.
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