MY Bharat–NSS Concludes First Month of Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan with Nationwide ‘Yuva Sanwad Mela’; Engages Over 1.06 Lakh Participants

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through MY Bharat and the National Service Scheme (NSS), organised the nationwide 'Yuva Sanwad Mela' on October 9, 2026. This marked the conclusion of the first month of the 100-Week Sankalp Abhiyan under the theme 'My Health, My Pride', focused on substance abuse prevention. The initiative was conducted across 200 designated institutions and their adopted villages, engaging over 1.06 lakh participants through youth dialogues, awareness stalls, and cultural performances. The campaign recorded high participation from young women and leveraged digital platforms using the hashtag #NashaMuktYuva. Month 2 of the campaign will transition to focus on physical fitness and sports under the theme 'Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth'.