UDHAMPUR, Aug 2: Government College for Women (GCW), Udhampur successfully organised the live streaming of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address under the nationwide campaign “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat”, launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, through MY Bharat. The programme aimed to inspire youth to actively participate in the national movement against substance abuse and contribute towards the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
The programme was organised under the patronage of Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Nalini Pathania, who welcomed the participants and highlighted the importance of creating a drug-free society through collective efforts. Addressing the gathering, She emphasized that educational institutions play a pivotal role in shaping responsible citizens by instilling values of discipline, social responsibility, and healthy living among students. She urged the youth to stay away from substance abuse and actively participate in the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, becoming ambassadors of awareness and positive social change within society.
The live streaming of the programme was meticulously coordinated by the Department of Computer Science, while the overall arrangements and smooth conduct of the event were jointly supervised by the NSS Programme Officers and NCC Associate NCC Officers (ANOs).
The live telecast of the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s address was witnessed with great enthusiasm by 170 participants, including the Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff, NSS Programme Officers, NCC Associate NCC Officers (ANOs), NCC Cadets, NSS Volunteers, MY Bharat National Volunteers, and students of the college.
During his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the youth of the nation to become the driving force behind the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” campaign. He emphasized that the fight against substance abuse must become a Jan Andolan (People’s Movement) and urged every young citizen to take a pledge to remain drug-free while inspiring others to do the same. He highlighted that the strength and character of India’s youth are the foundation of Viksit Bharat @2047 and encouraged educational institutions, volunteers, and community organisations to work collectively towards building a healthy, aware, and responsible society.
As part of the programme, participants witnessed a thought-provoking Nukkad Natak highlighting the devastating consequences of drug addiction on individuals, families, and society.
A Nasha Mukt Bharat Pledge was administered to all participants, reaffirming their commitment to building a drug-free India and motivating others to join the nationwide movement against substance abuse.
The programme also featured inspiring poetry recitations by MY Bharat National Volunteers and NSS Volunteers, who eloquently highlighted the importance of a drug-free society, youth empowerment, and national service.
Following the live streaming programme, NSS Volunteers conducted a Swachhata Drive and an awareness campaign under the Swachh Bharat Mission and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan within the college campus. The volunteers cleaned the campus and spread awareness regarding cleanliness, healthy living, and the harmful effects of drug abuse, reinforcing the message of responsible citizenship and community service.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and a renewed pledge by all participants to strengthen the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, promote awareness against substance abuse, and work collectively towards realizing the vision of a healthy, empowered, drug-free, and developed India (Viksit Bharat @2047).