GHSC-10 Organises Awareness Drive on Harmful Effects of Drug Use and Abuse at Bapu Dham Colony, Chandigarh
Date: 27 October, 2026
Government Home Science College, Sector 10, Chandigarh, organised an awareness drive at Bapu Dham Colony, Chandigarh to sensitise community members about the harmful effects of drug use and abuse. The initiative aimed to spread awareness about the physical, mental, emotional and social consequences of substance abuse and encourage people, particularly the youth, to adopt a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.During the awareness drive, community members were educated about the adverse effects of drug addiction on individual health, family relationships and society. Emphasis was laid on the importance of early prevention, making informed choices, seeking timely professional help and supporting individuals struggling with substance dependence. The initiative also encouraged community participation in preventing drug abuse and promoting a safe, healthy and responsible society.
The programme reflected the college’s commitment to community engagement and its active role in supporting the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. By reaching out to people in the community, NSS Volunteers of the college, sought to strengthen awareness about drug prevention and highlighted the importance of collective efforts in addressing this social concern.Principal of the college, Prof. Sudha Katyal emphasised that drug abuse is not merely an individual problem but a serious social concern that requires collective responsibility. She further emphasised that, “Awareness and prevention are the first steps towards building a drug-free society. Educational institutions must extend their efforts beyond the campus and work closely with communities to guide young people towards healthy choices. Through such outreach initiatives, the college aims to spread awareness, encourage positive behaviour and motivate everyone to contribute towards a healthier and drug-free Chandigarh.”
The initiative reaffirmed college’s commitment to social responsibility, community welfare and youth empowerment. The college will continue to undertake awareness and outreach activities to promote informed decision-making, healthy lifestyles and a drug-free society.
