Sri Vijaya Puram, October 19: Efforts to prevent substance abuse among young people require engagement from schools, families and communities, a youth awareness programme organised by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) in Diglipur highlighted.
The programme, titled ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’, was held at the Multipurpose Hall near Vivekananda Stadium, Diglipur, with the objective of informing young people about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraging their participation in building a drug-free India.
Dr. P. Pushpavalli, Deputy Education Officer, Diglipur, attended the programme as chief guest. Addressing participants, she stressed the importance of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan and said educational institutions, teachers, parents and young people shared responsibility for tackling substance abuse.
Her remarks placed the emphasis on coordinated efforts across educational and family settings to address the issue among young people.
Atish Gopichand Khobragade, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, Diglipur, spoke about the role of young people in fostering a healthy, responsible and drug-free society. The programme sought to encourage youth participation in efforts to prevent substance abuse and promote a drug-free social environment.
Students from several schools across Diglipur took part in a series of competitions organised as part of the event. The activities formed the programme’s main participatory component, bringing students together around the theme of substance-abuse awareness.
Organisers felicitated the competition winners with mementos and certificates at the conclusion of the event, recognising their achievements and participation.
