Aug 3: During the virtual launch of the “Drug-Free Youth for a Developed India” campaign, organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, interacted virtually with young people across the country. At Amity University, a large number of students and faculty members gathered to listen to the Prime Minister’s address.
The event was attended by Dr. S. K. Srivastava, Chairman of the Anti-Narcotics and Disaster Management Committee; Dr. Savita Mehta, Member of the Anti-Narcotics and Disaster Management Committee and Vice President ; Dr. Lakshmi Ahuja, Member Secretary of the Anti-Narcotics and Disaster Management Committee and Executive Dean of Student Welfare; and Dr. Chhaya Chordia, Director of Hostels, Amity University.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, while interacting with the youth, said that India can achieve its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047 only if its young people are physically healthy, mentally strong, confident, and free from the destructive habit of drug abuse. He appealed to the professors and educational institutions to actively lead anti-drug campaigns on their campuses and raise awareness among students about the devastating effects of narcotics. He emphasized that every young person who overcomes addiction is a true warrior and deserves the respect of society.
Addressing the students, Dr. S. K. Srivastava said that the university regularly organizes various awareness programs to educate students about the devastating consequences of drug abuse. Students are encouraged not only to remain vigilant themselves but also to spread awareness among their peers. He noted that drug addiction destroys not only the lives of students but also the well-being of their families. “Today, young people under the age of 30 are particularly vulnerable to becoming targets of drug abuse, making awareness and caution more important than ever”. He added that the university campus is completely drug-free and urged everyone to become a part of the Prime Minister’s “Drug-Free Youth for a Developed India” campaign and contribute to nation-building.
On this occasion, students were shown short films highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse on individuals and their families.
The program was attended by Amity University faculty members and students.