REASI: In compliance with the directions of the Directorate of Colleges, Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, Reasi Campus, University of Jammu, under the leadership of Prof. Sushil K. Pandey, Director, organised a Jan Sampark Abhiyan and Padyatra in Pouni town of Reasi district on Wednesday under the Nasha Mukht Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan (NMJKA) to spread awareness against drug abuse.

The padyatra commenced from Government Higher Secondary School, Pouni, and culminated at the Tehsil Office, Pouni. The programme formed part of the series of awareness activities being undertaken by the Campus under the anti-drug campaign. Earlier, the Campus had organised a pledge-taking ceremony and poster-making competition on April 21, 2026, followed by an awareness rally under the Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) in Reasi town on April 23, 2026.

Students of MA Sociology (2nd and 4th Semesters), along with faculty members and staff, participated enthusiastically in the awareness march. Carrying banners and placards and raising anti-drug slogans, the participants appealed particularly to the youth to stay away from substance abuse and utilise their energy in education, sports and constructive activities.

The participants highlighted that drug addiction not only affects individuals but also weakens families and society at large. They stressed the need for sustained awareness campaigns, counselling and community support to build a healthier and safer society. The programme also formed an integral part of the Viksit Bharat Abhiyan, reinforcing the collective resolve towards building a drug-free nation in line with the vision of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The event was coordinated by Dr. Nisha Sharma, Dr. Pankaj, Dr. Ravi Kumar, Ms. Nedhi Thakur, Mr. Babloo Salaria and Mr. Sandeep Sharma.

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