Srinagar, September 22,2026- In a concerted push to promote a drug-free lifestyle among the youth, MY Bharat Srinagar organised the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” Sankalp Samaroh at the Youth Hostel in Srinagar. The event brought together young participants from across the city in a collective pledge to build a healthier and more resilient India, free from the grip of substance abuse.
A Platform for Youth-Led Change
The Sankalp Samaroh, which translates to a “resolution ceremony,” was designed as an interactive and participatory event rather than a one-way awareness drive. Organisers structured the programme around multiple engagement formats, including pledge and signature campaigns, slogan writing competitions, debates, and open idea-sharing sessions — all aimed at encouraging youth to take ownership of the message rather than simply receive it passively.
Participants enthusiastically signed pledge cards committing themselves to a drug-free lifestyle, while also encouraging their peers, families, and communities to adopt similar values. The signature campaign served as a visible, symbolic gesture of collective commitment, with young attendees adding their names alongside hundreds of others as a mark of solidarity toward the cause.
Slogan Writing and Debates Spark Awareness
Among the more engaging components of the event was the slogan writing competition, which saw participants craft creative and impactful messages centered around the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of a healthy lifestyle. These slogans, often blending wit with social messaging, are expected to be used in future awareness campaigns across the district.
The debate sessions further added depth to the event, allowing young participants to critically discuss issues surrounding substance abuse, its social and economic impact, and potential solutions at both the individual and community level. Such structured discussions not only sharpened participants’ understanding of the issue but also encouraged them to think of themselves as active stakeholders in the fight against drug abuse, rather than passive bystanders.
Idea-Sharing Sessions Encourage Practical Solutions
The idea-sharing sessions provided a platform for youth to propose practical, ground-level solutions for tackling drug abuse in their communities. Participants discussed strategies ranging from peer counselling and community awareness drives to greater involvement of educational institutions in early intervention efforts. Organisers noted that such youth-driven ideas often carry the potential for real, on-the-ground impact, given that they emerge directly from those most affected by the issue.
Aligning with the Vision of a Viksit Bharat
The event’s underlying theme, “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat,” directly linked the fight against drug abuse to the larger national vision of a developed India. Organisers emphasized that a healthy, drug-free youth population is fundamental to national progress, as substance abuse continues to pose a significant barrier to individual potential and collective development.
MY Bharat, the national youth engagement initiative under which the event was organised, has been actively working to mobilise young people across the country toward constructive social causes, including community service, civic engagement, and public health awareness. The Srinagar chapter’s Sankalp Samaroh reflects this broader mission, localised to address one of the most pressing challenges facing the region’s youth today.
A Step Towards a Healthier Future
Officials and volunteers associated with the event expressed satisfaction with the enthusiastic turnout and active participation witnessed throughout the programme. They noted that such initiatives play a crucial role in shaping attitudes early on, particularly among young people who are often most vulnerable to substance abuse due to peer pressure or lack of awareness.
As MY Bharat Srinagar continues to organise similar outreach programmes, the Sankalp Samaroh stands as a reminder of the power of youth-led movements in addressing complex social challenges. By combining creativity, dialogue, and public commitment, the event succeeded in fostering a renewed sense of responsibility among Srinagar’s youth toward building a drug-free, stronger, and more developed India.
