During the sixth week of the "Nasha Mukt Yuva Yojana," "Mai Bharat" united more than 211,000 participants across 36 states and union territories.
Over 2.11 lakh youth from 36 states and union territories participated in the sixth week of the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan' (Drug-Free Youth Mission), launched under the 'My Bharat' initiative, sending a strong social message towards drug abstinence.
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On Monday, October 26, 2026, the sixth week of the "Drug-Free Youth Campaign," launched to spread awareness against drug abuse across the country, came to a close. During this special week of the campaign, "My Bharat" achieved an unprecedented milestone. A total of over 211,000 youth from 36 states and union territories actively participated in this initiative. This figure not only reflects heightened awareness of drug-free living among the youth but also demonstrates how impactful the results can be when the people who will build the future come together in a united front.
The primary objective of the "Drug-Free Youth Campaign" is to protect the younger generation from the harmful effects of narcotic substances and to inspire them to lead a healthy and productive life. During the various programs organized in the sixth week, youth expressed their commitment to drug-free living. These programs extended from urban centers to rural areas, ensuring that the message reached every stratum of society. This effort, organized by "My Bharat," played a crucial role in bringing youth together, fostering an environment where drug abuse is viewed as a social evil and a resolve is taken to fight against it.
Specifically, the figure of over 211,000 participants serves as proof of a strong resolve against drugs among the youth. Youth in several states organized awareness camps at the local level, where health experts and social workers shed light on the medical and psychological impacts of drug abuse. Through this campaign, information was provided not only about the dangers of drugs but also about rehabilitation and assistance options for those addicted to drugs.
This successful initiative by "My Bharat" has created a synergy across 36 states and union territories in the country. Such national-level initiatives indicate that drug-free living is not a personal problem but a collective responsibility. The large-scale participation of youth has also inspired governments and non-governmental organizations to formulate more effective policies and conduct training programs for drug-free living and the promotion of a drug-free lifestyle.
Following the successful conclusion of this sixth week, plans are being considered to further expand the campaign. The goal is for more youth to join the campaign in the coming weeks and for the message of a drug-free life to spread across the entire country. "My Bharat" has reiterated the message that youth are the true strength of the nation, and when they remain healthy and aware, the country's development reaches new heights. Thus, the achievement of the sixth week of the "Drug-Free Youth Campaign" is not merely a statistic, but a historic turning point that symbolizes a new consciousness among youth to fight against drugs.