PM Modi Launches Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan for Viksit Bharat
UPSC / SSC current affairs note
Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' on August 2, 2026, via video conference, connecting over one crore youth from more than 28,000 locations. This initiative aims to make India's youth drug-free, aligning with the national goal of Viksit Bharat. The campaign's launch is significant as it marks a nationwide push against substance abuse.
Background
The campaign was initially started as a pilot project from Kashi (Varanasi) last year. Under the 'Kashi Declaration', over 125 spiritual organizations and several NGOs supported the idea, which has now been expanded into a national project.
Key facts
The campaign was launched by PM Modi on August 2, 2026, via video conference.
Over one crore youth from more than 28,000 locations participated in the launch.
The campaign aims to make India's youth physically and mentally healthy, free from drug addiction.
PM Modi emphasized that a drug-free youth is essential for achieving Viksit Bharat.
The campaign includes a 100-week roadmap with special activities every Sunday related to art, culture, sports, and meditation.
PM Modi urged families to not hide a child's drug addiction but seek medical help.
He appealed to professors and colleges to discuss drug abuse dangers with students.
The campaign is supported by over 125 spiritual organizations and several NGOs under the Kashi Declaration.
Lakhs of youth have taken a drug-free pledge as part of the campaign.
Prelims pointers
- Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan
- Kashi Declaration
- Launch date: August 2, 2026
- Over 28,000 locations connected
- 100-week roadmap
- Initiative by PM Modi
- Related to drug abuse prevention
Mains angles
- Discuss the role of youth in nation-building and the impact of substance abuse on India's demographic dividend.
- Critically examine the effectiveness of government campaigns like Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan in addressing drug addiction.
- Analyze the social and economic consequences of drug abuse and the need for comprehensive rehabilitation policies.