NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan,’ a 100-week nationwide campaign aimed at mobilizing millions of young citizens against substance abuse. Addressing over one crore youth connected across more than 28,000 locations via video conference, the Prime Minister emphasized that achieving a developed India requires a physically fit, mentally robust, and self-confident younger generation free from destructive habits. Evolving from a pilot project initially introduced in Kashi with the support of over 125 spiritual and non-governmental organizations under the Kashi Declaration, the movement will feature dedicated activities every Sunday—including sports events, cultural programs, and meditation sessions—to drive mass public participation toward building a drug-free nation.
Highlighting that substance abuse destroys careers, weakens family structures, and undermines national progress, PM Modi urged the country’s youth to champion anti-drug awareness across their schools, colleges, and communities. He called on parents and society to eliminate the social stigma surrounding addiction, encouraging families to maintain open communication and seek timely medical rehabilitation rather than hiding substance abuse due to misplaced prestige concerns. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to a zero-tolerance approach, the Prime Minister assured that law enforcement will continue its relentless nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking and smuggling networks to safeguard India’s future.
