In connection with the launch of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” campaign of the Government of India, inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Ramakrishna Mission, Imphal organised a series of drug awareness and prevention programmes spanning May and August 2026. Approximately 1,100 students, teachers, lecturers, and devotees participated across these events.
Programme Details
| # | Programme | Date | Focus | Conducted in Association With |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Drug Awareness & Prevention Programme | 6 May 2026 | Harmful effects of substance abuse and the importance of fostering a drug-free environment | Prahari Clubs and District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) |
| 2 | NAB Drug Awareness Session | 7 August 2026 | Community drug sensitisation and enforcement overview | Narcotics and Affairs of Border (NAB), Manipur Police Department, Government of Manipur |
| 3 | Legal Awareness on the NDPS Act, 1985 | 17 August 2026 | Legal aspects of drug abuse and drug-related issues under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 | Officials from Imphal Police Station |
The programmes collectively sought to sensitise the youth and the wider community to the grave consequences of drug abuse, while fostering awareness of the legal framework governing narcotic substances in India. The initiative reflects the Centre’s sustained commitment to the social and moral well-being of the people of Manipur.
