MY Bharat Organises Neighbourhood Youth Parliaments and Yuva Melas Across 1,469 Locations Under Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyan

India, Oct. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

As part of the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyan, MY Bharat, in collaboration with partner organisations, organised Neighbourhood Youth Parliaments (NYPs) and Yuva Melas on October 10, 2026, under the 100 Weeks Campaign. The nationwide initiative covered 1,469 locations across 34 States, with participation from over 3.65 lakh youth and citizens, reinforcing the collective commitment towards building a drug-free India.

The initiative aimed to strengthen grassroots youth engagement, raise awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encourage young people to take an active role in preventing drug abuse. The Neighbourhood Youth Parliaments, organised at the...