Students Take Pledge To Build Drug-Free Society In MP’s Narmadapuram

Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh witnessed the inauguration of the Drug-Free Youth Pledge Campaign for a Developed India at the Government Home Science Lead Postgraduate College. Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Regional Directorate of National Service Scheme (NSS), the event was overseen by Principal Dr Sangeeta Ahirwar and NSS District Coordinator Dr Harsha Chachane, alongside NSS Programme Officers Kajal Bathre and Pooja Goswami.

Notable attendees included MLA representative Naina Soni, Child Protection Officer Ashu Patel, oncologists Dr Diwakar Mishra and Dr Neelima Mishra, and representatives from Akhil Vishwa Gayatri Pariwar.

Dr Ahirwar emphasized the significance of remaining vigilant against factors such as peer pressure, familial issues, social media influence, and unemployment that could lead to substance abuse. Naina Soni highlighted that a healthy body fosters a healthy society, urging students to adopt a disciplined lifestyle. Ashu Patel elaborated on the various forms of substance abuse, the process of addiction, and preventive strategies.

Dr Diwakar Mishra shed light on the detrimental health effects of tobacco and alcohol, particularly their connection to cancer.

The program featured an interactive session with female students discussing the causes and consequences of substance abuse. Concluding the event, Naina Soni administered a drug-free pledge to all participants, faculty, and guests. Following this, attendees engaged in a signature campaign, vowing to actively contribute to the establishment of a drug-free society.