SAMBA, Aug 2: Shri Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College (SPPND GDC), Samba, actively participated in the nationwide launch of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan” by organizing a series of awareness and motivational activities on the college campus. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, reflecting the institution’s commitment towards promoting a drug-free and healthy society.
The event commenced with a Unity March, followed by a pledge-taking ceremony in which students and faculty pledged to remain free from substance abuse and to spread awareness about its harmful effects. To reinforce the campaign’s message through creative expression, the college also organized painting and art competitions on the theme of a drug-free India. The programmewas further enriched by a soulful rendition of the NCC song “Hum Sab Bharatiya Hain”, fostering a spirit of patriotism and national unity.
The highlight of the programme was the live telecast of the address by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, which was attended by the Principal, faculty members, and students with great enthusiasm.
In his address, the Prime Minister highlighted that over 28,000 locations across the country and more than one crore youth had joined this historic movement against drug abuse. He informed that 128 institutions have prepared a comprehensive roadmap for the nationwide “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan,” which commenced from Kashi. He further announced that, over the next 100 days, institutions across the country would organise activities every Sunday, including meditation sessions, cultural programmes, art-based initiatives, awareness campaigns, and community engagement programmes to strengthen the message of a drug-free India.
The Prime Minister also lauded the remarkable achievements of India’s youth in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, sports, and scientific innovation, while cautioning that drug addiction destroys not only the future of an individual but also the aspirations of families and society. He urged the youth to channelise their energy, talent, and potential towards nation-building and the vision of a Viksit Bharat. He also encouraged My Bharat volunteers to actively participate in the campaign and contribute towards building a healthy, responsible, and drug-free nation.
Following the live telecast, the Principal of the College, Prof. (Dr.) Nirlape Kaur, addressed the gathering and underscored the importance of discipline, moral values, and a drug-free lifestyle. She urged the students to actively participate in academic, cultural, sports, and community service activities and to become ambassadors of positive social change.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks. The participants reaffirmed their commitment to serve as NashaMuktaYuva Volunteers and to work collectively towards building a healthy, responsible, and drug-free India. The event culminated with the singing of the National Anthem, marking a fitting conclusion to the nationwide campaign launch.
The programme was organised under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Nirlape Kaur, Principal, SPPND Government Degree College, Samba, with the active cooperation of the NSS Units, NCC (Army & Naval Wings), NCORD Cell, faculty members, and student volunteers, who ensured the successful conduct of the event.