KATHUA, Jun 4: The Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) Kathua organized a series of fitness activities, including Yoga and Rope Skipping, under the Fit India Initiative in Zone Sallan today. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and youth, who actively took part in various exercises aimed at promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, and a healthy lifestyle.
As part of the event, an awareness rally was also conducted under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan to educate people about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encourage the younger generation to adopt a drug-free way of life. Participants carried placards bearing anti-drug messages and raised slogans advocating a healthy, fit, and addiction-free society.
The activities highlighted the importance of regular physical exercise, discipline, and social responsibility. Participants were sensitized about the significance of maintaining physical fitness and staying away from substance abuse, which poses a serious threat to individuals, families, and society at large.
Speaking on the occasion, officials emphasized that sports and fitness activities play a crucial role in channelizing the energy of youth in a positive direction and help in building a strong and healthy nation. The programme also reinforced the message that awareness and community participation are essential in combating the menace of drug addiction.
The Department of Youth Services and Sports Kathua reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the objectives of the Fit India Movement and the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan through sustained awareness campaigns, fitness programmes, and community engagement initiatives across the district. Such activities, officials said, will continue to be organized to inspire youth towards healthy living and responsible citizenship.