PM Modi Launches Nasha Mukt Yuva Sankalp Abhiyan for Drug-Free Youth
UPSC / SSC current affairs note
Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Nasha Mukt Yuva Sankalp Abhiyan, a new initiative aimed at inspiring young people to stay away from substance abuse. The campaign is part of the broader vision of building a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by ensuring a healthy and productive youth population.
Background
The initiative is a recent government effort to address the growing concern of drug addiction among youth in India. It aligns with the government's focus on social issues and public health, emphasizing preventive measures through awareness and community participation.
Key facts
The campaign is named 'Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan'.
It seeks to inspire young people to stay away from substance abuse.
The initiative was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The campaign is linked to the vision of building a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India).
It emphasizes the role of drug-free youth in national development.
Prelims pointers
- Scheme: Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan
- Launched by: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Objective: To inspire youth to stay away from substance abuse
- Vision: Viksit Bharat (Developed India)
- Focus area: Social Issues, Health, Government Schemes
Mains angles
- Discuss the role of youth in nation-building and the impact of substance abuse on national development.
- Critically examine the effectiveness of awareness campaigns like Nasha Mukt Yuva in addressing drug addiction among youth.