Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 3: Awareness session under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was conducted on 3rd Nov 2026 at DBRAIT, in coordination with the South Andaman District Police. The programme witnessed the participation of 80 students. The session aimed to sensitise students about the harmful effects of drug abuse, tobacco consumption and alcohol addiction, along with their legal consequences and the importance of adopting a healthy and substance-free lifestyle.
The programme was headed by Sub-Inspector Ms. Masuma Begum, District Headquarters, South Andaman, along with PC Ms. Vaishali and Mr. Agassi Clinton from the South Andaman District Police. The police team interacted with students and highlighted the importance of awareness, prevention and responsible decision-making in combating substance abuse. The students enthusiastically listed themselves as member of the Anti-Drug Committee by South Andaman District Police.
The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan is a nationwide initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, launched on 15 August 2020, with the objective of creating a drug-free society through awareness, community participation and preventive action. The session encouraged students to become responsible ambassadors of the drug-free movement and contribute towards building a healthier and safer society.