JAMMU, Aug 2: Government Gandhi Memorial (GGM) Science College, Jammu, and Cluster University of Jammu (CLUJ), today participated in the live telecast of the launch of the nationwide ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, through video conferencing. The campaign aims to inspire young people to stay away from substance abuse and become ambassadors of positive social change, contributing to the vision of a developed and drug-free India.
The live telecast was organised in the Conference Hall of GGM Science College in the presence of Yudhvir Sethi, MLA Jammu East, as the Chief Guest, while Prof. K. S. Chandrasekhar, Vice Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu, attended as the Guest of Honour.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of UG and PG students, faculty and staff of GGM Science College, Deans of CLUJ, NCC cadets, NSS volunteers, ANOs, NSS Programme Officers, and members of the College’s NCORD Committee.
Welcoming the dignitaries, Prof. (Dr.) Romesh Kumar Gupta, Principal, GGM Science College, highlighted the growing menace of substance abuse and stressed the collective responsibility of educational institutions, parents, civil society, and government agencies in creating awareness and fostering a healthy, disciplined, and drug-free society.
In his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the youth to reject drugs and dedicate themselves to nation-building. He described a drug-free youth as the foundation of a Viksit Bharat and urged educational institutions to play a leading role in spreading awareness and encouraging healthy lifestyles.
Addressing the gathering, Yudhvir Sethi appreciated the Government’s commitment to protecting the future of the younger generation through such meaningful initiatives. He urged students to remain vigilant against drug abuse, become role models in society, and actively promote awareness among their peers. Emphasising the role of youth in nation-building, Shri Yudhvir Sethi also announced a grant of ₹20 lakh from his Constituency Development Fund for the infrastructural development and overall strengthening of GGM Science College, Jammu. The announcement was received with enthusiastic applause and was widely appreciated by the faculty, students, and other dignitaries present.
Prof. K. S. Chandrasekhar commended the campaign and underscored the vital role of universities and colleges in nurturing socially responsible citizens. He encouraged institutions to strengthen awareness programmes, counselling initiatives, and community outreach activities while motivating students to channel their energies towards education, innovation, sports, and nation-building.
The programme concluded with a collective pledge by all participants to support the objectives of the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ and contribute towards building a drug-free and developed India.