Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday participated in the launch of the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’ campaign, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, through videoconferencing. Fadnavis joined the programme from his official residence, Ramgiri, reaffirming the State Government’s commitment to building a drug-free and healthy society by empowering young people.

 

The nationwide campaign aims to create awareness against drug abuse and encourage youth to adopt a healthy, responsible and productive lifestyle while contributing to the vision of a Viksit Bharat. Addressing the programme, Prime Minister Modi urged young people to stay away from narcotic substances and actively spread awareness against drug addiction. He stressed that achieving the goal of a drug-free and developed India requires coordinated efforts from governments, educational institutions, parents, voluntary organisations and society. The campaign seeks to inspire youth to focus on education, skill development, sports and nation-building while promoting community participation in preventing substance abuse and safeguarding future generations.