Rajesh Sapra Calls on Youth to Unite Against Drug Abuse and Build a Drug-Free Society

YAMUNANAGAR | PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK

The Municipal Corporation of Yamunanagar, in association with Anti Corruption and Crime Prevention, organised an awareness programme at the Yamunanagar bus stand under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, urging young people and members of the public to stay away from drugs and contribute to building a drug-free society.

The programme was held under the Seva Sankalp campaign, which is being conducted to mark 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public service and dedication. The initiative focused on raising awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraging young people to channel their energy towards constructive and socially beneficial activities.

BJP district president Rajesh Sapra, DSP Rajat Gulia, former chairperson of the Social Welfare Board Rosie Malik, former chairman of the Haryana Traders Welfare Board Ram Niwas Garg, and Municipal Corporation social media in-charge Mukta were among those present at the event.

Rajesh Sapra calls for collective action

Addressing the gathering, Sapra stressed that protecting young people from drug abuse and creating a drug-free society required collective and sustained efforts. He called upon the youth to unite against substance abuse and take a pledge to contribute to a healthier society.

Sapra said families, social organisations and the administration must work together to prevent young people from falling into the trap of addiction. He emphasised the importance of guiding the younger generation towards positive activities and creating an environment in which they could use their abilities productively.

The programme highlighted the need to treat drug abuse as a social concern requiring awareness, cooperation and responsibility at every level. Speakers encouraged members of the public to recognise the damaging consequences of addiction and help spread the message of prevention within their families and communities.

The campaign also underlined the importance of engaging young people in awareness initiatives. Public participation, the speakers indicated, was essential to ensure that the message against drugs reached beyond formal programmes and became part of everyday community life.

Short films highlight the consequences of addiction

A key feature of the programme was the screening of short awareness films by the Anti Corruption and Crime Prevention team. The films depicted the social and family-related harm associated with drug abuse and sought to encourage viewers to avoid substance use.

Through these presentations, the audience was urged not only to stay away from drugs but also to motivate others to make informed and responsible choices. The use of short films helped communicate the message through relatable situations and illustrated how addiction can affect relationships, family life and the wider community.

The organisers sought to use the programme as an opportunity to encourage people to take responsibility for spreading awareness and supporting efforts aimed at preventing substance abuse. The campaign’s emphasis was on collective action, particularly the role that young people can play in creating a safer and healthier social environment.

Music adds to the awareness programme

The event also featured musical performances by Lovely’s team. The melodious presentations added an engaging element to the programme and helped maintain public participation during the awareness activities.

The combination of awareness films, public messages and music was intended to make the campaign accessible to a broad audience at the busy bus stand. By taking the programme to a public place, the organisers sought to reach young people, commuters and other residents who could carry the message into their own social circles.

The programme concluded with a call to increase public participation in the movement for a drug-free society and strengthen awareness among young people. The organisers emphasised that lasting progress against substance abuse depends on cooperation between families, community groups, institutions and the administration.