- Drug addiction affects health, tears apart social fabric: CM
Bhopal: The city witnessed a vibrant launch of the Public Awareness Campaign Against Drug Addiction, with enthusiastic participation from school and college students. Rallies were organized throughout the city, featuring banners and slogans promoting a drug-free lifestyle. Students engaged in various activities, including street plays and performances, to spread awareness about the dangers of drug use. The campaign aims to foster a collective effort in combating addiction within the community.
On this occasion, CM Dr. Mohan Yadav said, “Drug addiction is a serious social evil that is hollowing out the foundations of youth, families and society. Addiction is the root of destruction, it not only destroys health but also severely damages the social fabric”. Chief Minister stated in a video message on the launch of the state-wide de-addiction campaign, “Nashe Se Doori Hai Jaroori”, which will run from July 16 to 30.
Campaign Launched by DGP Makwana
Director General of Police Shri Kailash Makwana formally launched the large-scale public awareness campaign “Nashe Se Doori Hai Jaroori” at the Police Headquarters in Bhopal on Tuesday. He also unveiled the Chief Minister’s video message and the campaign poster.
The campaign will witness participation from departments including Higher Education, Rural Development, Social Justice, Sports and Youth Welfare, Technical Education, Health and Family Welfare, Urban Development and Housing, and School Education. NGOs and religious organizations will also be actively involved.
Daily awareness activities across the state
Throughout the campaign, various daily public awareness activities will be conducted, including Radio & FM broadcasts, Display of banners, posters, and hoardings at public places, Distribution of pamphlets, Video messages via digital screens at bus stands and major intersections, Public announcements through PA systems mounted on sanitation vehicles and Social media campaigns using hashtags: #SayNoToDrugs, #NashamuktMP.
All schools and college hostels across the state will form “Hostel De-addiction Committees.” Notable organizations including Prajapita Brahma Kumaris, All World Gayatri Pariwar, Art of Living, and Heartfulness will participate actively. Trained Master Volunteers, under the Social Justice and MSME departments, will inspire citizens and students to stay drug-free. Street plays, songs, and musical performances by Kala Pathak teams will be used to spread awareness among the masses.
