Chandigarh | 12 October 2026-The National Human Rights & Anti-Corruption Force (NHRACF), Chandigarh, organised a drug-awareness programme at MCM DAV College for Women, Sector 36, Chandigarh, under the ongoing “Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat Abhiyan.” The initiative aimed to educate students about the devastating consequences of substance abuse and encourage them to embrace a healthy, responsible and drug-free lifestyle.
The programme was led by Sh. Kamaljit Singh Panchhi, President, NHRACF, Chandigarh, and Sh. Anil Vohra, Chairman, along with other members of the organisation. Addressing the students, Sh. Kamaljit Singh Panchhi highlighted the harmful physical, psychological, social and personal consequences of drug abuse. He urged the youth to remain vigilant against the menace of substance abuse, make informed choices and discourage their friends and peers from falling into the trap of addiction. Emphasising the message “Say No to Drugs,” he called upon students to become responsible citizens and active advocates of a drug-free society.
As part of the awareness initiative, the NHRACF delegation presented a drug-awareness poster to Ms. Neena Sharma, Principal, MCM DAV College for Women, Sector 36, Chandigarh. The poster had earlier been released by Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh. The team also distributed drug-awareness pamphlets among the students and administered a pledge, motivating them to contribute meaningfully towards the vision of a Drug-Free Chandigarh and a Nasha Mukt Bharat.
Sh. Kamaljit Singh Panchhi emphasised that combating drug abuse is a shared social responsibility that requires sustained efforts and active cooperation among educational institutions, parents, community organisations and society at large. He encouraged students to become ambassadors of awareness, spread the message of prevention, support those affected by addiction and inspire their peers to pursue positive, productive and purposeful lives.