Examiner Bureau |Srinagar:
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday called upon young athletes to act as brand ambassadors of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, urging them to leverage sports and social media platforms to raise awareness against drug abuse.
The Lieutenant Governor was addressing participants at the inauguration of the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship for men and women at the University of Kashmir Sports Ground in Srinagar. The championship has brought together over 1,000 athletes from more than 150 universities across the country.
Referring to the ongoing 23-day anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir, Sinha emphasised that youth participation is critical to strengthening the movement. He encouraged athletes to create short awareness videos and share them online to inspire their peers.
“I request every student-athlete to make a short video of 20 to 60 seconds and share it on social media. Your message can guide many young people towards the right path,” he said.
Describing athletes as role models, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted that their influence extends beyond sporting achievements. “You are role models for the new generation of India. Your voice can help steer youth away from drugs and towards sports and discipline,” he added.
Sinha also underscored the role of sporting events in promoting social responsibility and nation-building. He said the championship is not only about competition but also about fostering discipline, character and a healthy society.
Reiterating his appeal, the Lieutenant Governor stressed that the fight against drug abuse requires collective effort and active engagement of the youth to secure a drug-free future.
