‘Quit drugs, reconnect with life’: Sona Devi University students urged to embrace healthy choices
THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK Jamshedpur, September 30: Sona Devi University organised a drug de-addiction awareness programme at the Swami Vivekananda Auditorium on…
THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Jamshedpur, September 30: Sona Devi University organised a drug de-addiction awareness programme at the Swami Vivekananda Auditorium on Wednesday, urging students and young people to stay away from substance abuse and channel their energy into education, sports, skills, creativity and social service.
Organised under the leadership of the university’s Prahari Cell, the programme highlighted the harmful impact of drug abuse on health, education, careers, family relationships and society. Speakers stressed that creating a drug-free environment requires active participation from students, families and the wider community.
Shivchandra Jha, head of the Department of Political Science, who conducted the programme, said substance abuse could adversely affect not only an individual but also the future of families and society. He called for sustained efforts to provide young people with constructive avenues to channel their energy.
“Do not use drugs, do not encourage drug use and do not leave a friend alone if you see him or her moving towards substance abuse,” Jha said, urging students to contribute to building a drug-free society.
He said young people were not only the future of the country but also its present strength and should devote their energy to education, skill development, service and nation-building.
Music, street play carry de-addiction message
The programme featured a musical presentation by Krishnendu Dutta, head of the Department of Mathematics, who used music to convey the message of de-addiction and encourage students to adopt a positive lifestyle.
Students also staged a street play depicting the consequences of substance abuse and its impact on health, education, careers, family relationships and social life. The performance was appreciated by those attending the programme.
Kundan Kumar, assistant teacher in the Department of Commerce and Management, said youth was a crucial phase of life for building a strong future. He urged students to choose their company carefully, stay away from intoxicants and remain focused on their goals.
Assistant Registrar Archana Singh said the journey towards a drug-free life begins with self-awareness. She encouraged students to practise discipline, self-control and healthy habits and become agents of positive change in their families and communities.
University stresses role of education and values
Registrar Nit Nayana said the university’s responsibility extended beyond providing academic degrees and included developing responsible, sensitive and socially aware citizens.
She encouraged students to channel their energy into education, research, sports, innovation and social service and play an active role in creating a drug-free campus.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Braj Mohan Pat Pingua said youth power could bring transformative change when guided in the right direction. He urged students to remain committed to their goals and adopt a healthy and disciplined lifestyle.
University Chancellor Prabhakar Singh said a drug-free society was not merely the outcome of an awareness campaign but a collective social commitment.
He stressed the importance of connecting young people with education, skills, sports, values and creative pursuits.
“Young people should build their identity through knowledge, talent, values, hard work and dreams, not through drugs,” Singh said.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Prahari Cell member Patratri Mali. Faculty members, heads of departments, employees and a large number of students attended the programme.
