KISHTWAR, Aug 14: Government Degree College (GDC) Kishtwar organised a Unity March under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan on Friday to spread awareness among youth about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promote the message of a healthy, responsible and drug-free society.
The programme was organised under the guidance of Prof. R. L. Badyal, Principal, GDC Kishtwar, and under the supervision of Prof. Esrar-ul-Ayub, Dr. Tabassum Saleem and Dr. S. M. Usman.
The Unity March witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members and around 100 students of the college. Faculty members, including Prof. Prithvi Raj, Dr. Yasir Ahmed, Dr. Zahoor, Dr. Vijay, Prof. Jaideep Kumar, Prof. Waseem Rasheed, Dr. Rakesh and Prof. Vikram Singh, actively participated in the rally and encouraged students to become ambassadors of the drug-free movement.
The participating students carried colourful posters and placards displaying messages against drug abuse and raised powerful slogans advocating the vision of a Drug-Free India. The march sought to sensitise students as well as the general public about the devastating physical, psychological and social consequences of drug addiction.
Addressing the participants, the organisers emphasised the need for collective efforts to prevent substance abuse, particularly among young people. They highlighted that awareness, education, family support and responsible decision-making are crucial in protecting youth from the harmful consequences of drug addiction.
The enthusiastic participation of students reflected their commitment to the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. Through the march, the students conveyed a strong message that educational institutions can play a significant role in creating awareness about substance abuse and encouraging young people to adopt healthy and responsible lifestyles.
The event also underlined the responsibility of educational institutions in shaping socially conscious citizens and motivating youth to actively contribute towards building a healthier society.
The Unity March concluded with a collective resolve by all participants to stay away from drugs and contribute actively to the vision of a Nasha Mukt Bharat. The organisers expressed hope that such awareness initiatives would further strengthen the participation of youth in the fight against drug abuse and inspire wider community involvement in the campaign.