STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TOOK A PLEDGE

STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TOOK A PLEDGE

26-JUNE-ENG 37

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

ARA--------------------------A program titled "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan – Viksit Bharat Ki Pehchan" (Drug-Free India Campaign – Identity of a Developed India) was organized on Thursday at Shri Tridandi Dev Government Degree College, Gautam Nagar, Shahpur. The event commenced with an awareness rally, in which National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers, teachers, and college staff participated enthusiastically. Through the rally, people were made aware of the adverse effects of substance abuse, and a message was conveyed regarding the creation of a drug-free society.

Speaking on the occasion, College Principal Prof. (Dr.) Gulab Phalahari stated that the primary objective of the program is to protect the youth from the harmful effects of substance abuse and to inspire them to actively participate in nation-building. He emphasized that the youth represent the country's future; therefore, guiding them in the right direction is crucial for building a strong, healthy, and conscious society.

During the event, NSS volunteers took a pledge to abstain from substance abuse and to raise awareness among others about the issue. Program Officer Dr. Manoj Kumar explained that this campaign is being conducted from June 17 to June 26 as part of "Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah" (Drug-Free India Week). Its aim is to visit schools, colleges, and other educational institutions to educate children and youth about the dangers associated with substance abuse.

He noted that if young people are informed about the adverse consequences of substance abuse in time, they can be kept away from this vice. Those present at the event collectively pledged to spread awareness to foster a drug-free society. On this occasion, a large number of people were present, including Dr. Aastha Kumari, Dr. Dinesh Kumar, Dr. Manish Kumar, Dr. Sher Singh, Dr. Naval Kishore Prasad, Dr. Randhir Kumar Singh, Dr. Santosh Kumar Tiwari, Dr. Buddhadev Ram, Ajit Kumar Ram, Dr. Rupesh Kumar, Dr. Bhagwan Mishra, Dr. Abul Kalam, and Dr. Rajesh Kumar; college staff members Rajan Tiwari, Chandan Tiwari, Deepak, and Pradeep Mishra; volunteers Ranjay Yadav, Rakesh Yadav, Prince Mishra, Pinky Kumari, Khushbu Kumari, Kajal, Seelu, and Lakshmi; as well as many students.