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The programme aimed to sensitise young people about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encourage their active participation in the collective effort to build a drug-free society.
The programme was attended by Sh. Nitin Hangloo, State Director, MY Bharat, J&K; Sh. Sameer Jillani, SHO Bishnah; Sh. Dharminder Kumar, Former DDC Bishnah; Ms. Isha Bali, REACHA Foundation; and Dr. Deepshikha Sharma, Medical Officer,
Sh. Jatinder Singh Charak, Coach, Rising Athlete Club, Sushil Singh Charak Resources Person MY Bharat J&K who shared their valuable perspectives on drug prevention and youth empowerment.
Addressing the gathering, Sh. Nitin Hangloo highlighted MY Bharat's role in providing young people with opportunities for leadership, volunteering and active participation in nation-building activities. He sensitised participants about the ongoing 100-week campaign, ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’, and encouraged youth to register on the MY Bharat Portal (www.mybharat.gov.in) and follow its official social media platforms to stay informed about various youth engagement opportunities.
Sh. Sameer Jillani, SHO Bishnah, highlighted the serious consequences of drug abuse on individuals, families and society. He urged young people to remain vigilant, avoid substance abuse and make responsible choices.
Former DDC Bishnah Sh. Dharminder Kumar appreciated the initiative and emphasised the importance of collective community efforts, parental guidance and youth participation in addressing the growing challenge of drug addiction.
Ms. Isha Bali of REACHA Foundation highlighted the devastating impact of substance abuse on the lives, aspirations and future of young people, stressing the need for awareness, prevention and community participation.
Dr. Deepshikha Sharma, Medical Officer, elaborated on the adverse physical and mental health consequences of drug abuse and encouraged participants to adopt healthy lifestyles.
Sh. Jatinder Singh Charak, Coach, Rising Athlete Club, welcomed the initiative and highlighted the importance of sports and physical activities in keeping young people engaged in positive and constructive pursuits. Sh. Sehdev Singh Ji, Administrator, Sunrise School, also graced the occasion.
The programme was coordinated by Sh. Sushil Singh Charak, MY Bharat Resource Person, J&K, and Chief Functionary, Nations Development Association (NDA), with the support of the Rising Athlete Club and NDA team.
Prominent among those present were former Sarpanch Sh. Surinder Singh, Sh. Ashu Kumar, Vice President, NDA; Sh. Aakash Singh Charak, District Coordinator, NDA Jammu; Sh. Ranjeet Singh, Sh. Raghuvir Singh Charak and other NDA coordinators and volunteers.
The programme concluded with a collective appeal to young people to become ambassadors of a drug-free society and contribute actively towards the vision of ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva, Viksit Bharat’.
