In a fervent call to action, Union Minister Virendra Kumar addressed reporters in Panaji on Friday, underscoring the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan’s’ potential to eradicate drug menace from India. Aligning with PM Modi’s resolute declaration in 2020, the minister vowed that substance abuse among the youth is unacceptable and must be rooted out.
Kumar praised the involvement of Goa’s leadership, including CM Pramod Sawant, for making the event possible. ‘Society’s luminaries, especially the youth, are key stakeholders in this meaningful drive,’ he said. What began as a targeted effort in vulnerable areas has now blanketed all districts, reflecting the gravity of the issue and the belief in its societal benefits.
Central and state governments are synergizing to host these programs universally, with enthusiastic participation from all walks of life. The minister revealed staggering figures: 25 crore participants overall, 9 crore youth, 5 crore women, and activities in 16 lakh schools via creative contests. This nationwide push is not just awareness—it’s a movement building real change, paving the way for comprehensive progress in regions like Goa.