27-06-2025
15-day national anti-drug campaign launched by Narcotics Control Bureau
In the lead-up to the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (June 26), the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has organised a massive awareness campaign across India called Nasha Mukt Pakhwada (Drug-Free Fortnight). Launched on June 11, 2025, this nationwide movement aims to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and encourage community involvement in building a drug-free India. Citizens from all walks of life, students, law enforcement officers, NGOs, and public figures, joined hands to spread the message 'Say Yes to Life, No to Drugs.'NCB'S COUNTRYWIDE CAMPAIGN GAINS MOMENTUMThe Nasha Mukt Pakhwada, running from June 11 to June 26, witnessed enthusiastic participation across India. Various events such as walkathons, cyclothons, and bike rallies were held to spread awareness. These events saw people from all age groups, especially the youth, participating alongside members of the Central Armed Police Forces, NGOs, and public HELD ACROSS 13 CITIES ON JUNE 22One of the biggest highlights of the campaign was the series of cyclothons and bike rallies organised by NCB's zonal units in 13 major cities on June 22, 2025. In New Delhi, the rally was flagged off by the Director General of NCB from the National Police Memorial. Over 1,000 participants, including Delhi Police, CAPFs, Brahma Kumaris, and volunteers, attended the event. Olympian Sarita Mor and other top officials also lent their AND CELEBRITIES SHOW SUPPORTThe campaign drew nationwide attention with active participation from top government leaders and celebrities. In Bengaluru, the Hon'ble Governor of Karnataka, Shri Thawar Chand Gehlot, took part in the launch of the MANAS Mental Health & De-Addiction Helpline. Bollywood legend and Padma Bhushan awardee Mohanlal supported the awareness drive in Kerala. Olympians Pramila G. Aiyappa and Sri Aiyappa flagged off the rally in Bengaluru. Chief Minister of Tripura Dr. Manik Saha flagged off a bike rally in Agartala on June 25.
15-day national anti-drug campaign launched by Narcotics Control Bureau
PUBLIC PLEDGE AND POWERFUL MESSAGESAt several events, leaders, including the Cabinet Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Avinash Gehlot, and the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Jawahar Singh Bedam, took a public pledge: "Say Yes to Life, No to Drugs." The message was loud and clear: India is committed to building a healthier, drug-free society through awareness, prevention, and public URGED TO REPORT DRUG ACTIVITY VIA 1933 HELPLINENCB has also reminded citizens that they play a vital role in the fight against drug trafficking. Anyone can report suspicious activities related to drugs through the MANAS National Narcotics Helpline by calling the toll-free number 1933. The identity of the caller will remain strictly confidential.- Ends
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