Archive · 13 Jan 2026
Delhi University Launches Drug-Free Campus Campaign
Delhi University started a big campaign to stop drug use on campus.
Important people like the Vice President and the Education Minister spoke about how drugs are bad and can hurt people's health and future.
They launched a website and app to help students stay away from drugs.
The university also took a promise to say no to drugs.
The ministers said that universities should teach good values, not just books.
They want all schools and colleges in India to do similar campaigns.
There's also a helpline to help people quit smoking.
The Vice President said that strong nations need strong leadership and that universities should help shape values and nurture leaders.
He also talked about how drug abuse affects health, family, and the country's future.
Delhi University launched a Drug-Free Campus Campaign to combat substance abuse among students.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of a drug-free youth for India's future.
A dedicated Drug-Free Campus portal and mobile application were unveiled, along with an anti-drug oath administered to students, teachers, and staff.
The campaign aligns with the Centre's Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and aims to inspire similar initiatives across India.
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood announced plans to extend awareness initiatives to schools and colleges in Delhi.
- Who
- Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood, Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh, Delhi University students, teachers, and staff
- What
- Launch of Delhi University's Drug-Free Campus Campaign
- When
- Tuesday, January 13 (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Delhi University, DU Sports Complex
- Why
- To combat substance abuse and promote a drug-free environment among young people
Pro-Campaign
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Importance of the Campaign
Pro-Campaign
The campaign is crucial for combating substance abuse and promoting a drug-free environment among young people, which is essential for India's future.
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Not mentioned in the articles.
- Event
- Launch of Drug-Free Campus Campaign
- Location
- Delhi University, DU Sports Complex
- Key Speakers
- Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood, Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh
- Initiatives Launched
- Drug-Free Campus portal and mobile application, Anti-drug oath
- National Campaign
- Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
- Support System
- National quit-tobacco helpline by Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute
- Additional Initiatives
- MY Bharat Portal, PM Anusandhan Yojana
