India, Oct. 22 -- The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, has reached more than 35 crore people, including over 13.94 crore youth and 10.86 crore women, while covering more than 32 lakh educational institutions through its outreach activities under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).
Launched on August 15, 2020, the campaign initially focused on 272 vulnerable districts and has since expanded its reach nationwide. It aims to prevent substance abuse through awareness programmes, pledge campaigns, educational activities and community participation, with particular emphasis on youth, women and vulnerable communities.
At the third National Conference of Anti-Narcoti...