CHANDIGARH, 05.05.25-Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College Chandigarh documentary Dravyaprant (end of substance abuse ) , produced by the Post Graduate Department of Journalism and Mass Communication has been honored with Special Festival Mention at the 15 th -Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival -25 at New Delhi on May 1st , 2025.
College Principal Dr Ajay Sharma extended heartfelt congratulations to the team led by Dr Priya Chadha on this outstanding achievement at the prestigious 15th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival -2025. “The documentary Dravyaprant received a Special Festival Mention , showcases the global appeal and the team’s dedication towards noble cause.”added Dr Sharma
Director Dr Priya Chadha said , “ The documentary sheds light on the pressing issue of drug abuse in Punjab , weaving through fiction , interviews , and a compelling narratives .This Special Festival Mention at the prestigious 15- Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival concludes with a powerful call -to -action , urging collective efforts to combat substance abuse from its roots .”
Student Team Lead Gurvir Singh said, “Dravyaprant gave us the opportunity to understand and portray the deep impact of substance abuse in Punjab. Through real stories and voices, we aimed to reflect both the struggles and resilience of affected communities. Receiving the Special Festival Mention is a motivation for young creators like us to continue meaningful storytelling.”