SIWAN: The 'Drug-Free Youth for Developed India' campaign was organized on Sunday at Narayana College, located in Goreyakothi block. Under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, and My Bharat, over 200 students participated in the event, listening to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address via video conferencing. The students pledged their commitment to building a drug-free India.

The program was presided over by the college principal, Dr. Shambhu Kumar, while National Service Scheme (NSS) program officer Dr. Ramesh Prasad conducted the proceedings. In his address, Principal Dr. Shambhu Kumar emphasized the crucial role of youth in building a developed India. He urged students to stay away from drugs, become healthy, disciplined, and responsible citizens, stating, "Drug-free youth are the strong foundation of a developed India."

The primary objective of the campaign was to raise awareness among youth about the harmful effects of narcotics and other intoxicants, and to connect them with the 'Drug-Free India' movement. Students were informed about the social, mental, and physical damages caused by drug abuse. At the conclusion of the program, all participating students collectively took a pledge for a drug-free India. The event ended with the national anthem. Faculty members including Dr. Umashankar Paswan, Vidyanand Kumar, Dr. Navitullah Mian, Dr. Dayashankar, Avinash Kumar, and Satish Kumar, along with non-teaching staff and a large number of enthusiastic students, were present on the occasion.