With the vision of creating an addiction-free and empowered youth, MY Bharat, Buldhana, in collaboration with the NSS Unit of Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy, Buldhana, successfully organized the District-Level “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” Competition on 30th July 2026. The mega event witnessed enthusiastic participation from youth across the district and served as a powerful awareness campaign promoting a drug-free and developed India.
The inaugural ceremony commenced with the traditional Lamp Lighting and Saraswati Poojan, followed by the felicitation of dignitaries. The programme was graced by Brahma Kumari Urmila Didi as the Chief Guest and Miss Diksha Poman, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, as the Guest of Honour. The function was presided over by Dr. Shirish Jain, Principal, Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy, Buldhana. Dr. Prakash Kendre (IQAC Coordinator), Shri Santosh Taksal, and Smt. Adwe Mataji from the Brahma Kumaris Parivar also graced the inaugural function with their esteemed presence. All dignitaries were warmly welcomed and felicitated.
On this occasion, all participants took the Nasha Mukt Pledge under the guidance of Brahma Kumari Urmila Didi, reaffirming their commitment towards building an addiction-free India. Prof. Rohit P. Salkute, NSS Programme Officer, introduced the objectives of the programme and emphasized the collective responsibility of youth in spreading the message of de-addiction.
Addressing the gathering, Miss Diksha Poman urged the participants to transform the campaign into a mass social movement rather than limiting it to a competition. She appealed to every youth to become an ambassador of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat” mission and carry this message to every corner of society.
In his presidential address, Dr. Shirish Jain extended his best wishes to all participants and highlighted the importance of staying away from every form of addiction. He emphasized that addiction-free youth are the true foundation of a developed India.
Following the inaugural session, various competitions were conducted simultaneously across the college campus, including Slogan Writing, Poetry Recitation, Debate, Painting, Reel Making, Group Dance, Group Song, and Nukkad Natak Competitions. The event received an overwhelming response from students and youth participants representing various institutions across the district.
The competitions were evaluated by an esteemed panel of judges comprising Prof. Manisha Mhaske, Prof. Meena Bhalake, Prof. Megha Dalvi, Prof. Sangita Chavan, Prof. Vaishnavi Patil, Prof. Dwiptesha Dahake, Prof. Vaishnavi Pawar, and Prof. Vishakha Wagh, who appreciated the creativity, awareness, and enthusiasm displayed by the participants.
A Prize Distribution Ceremony was organized after the competitions, where winners were honoured with trophies and certificates. During the valedictory session, Dr. Shirish Jain delivered the keynote address, encouraging the youth to become responsible citizens and active contributors to the nation’s de-addiction movement. Miss Diksha Poman proposed the vote of thanks and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the organizing committee, volunteers, judges, and all participating institutions.
The programme was effectively anchored by Miss Kajal Gawali , Mr Tejas Phadke and Miss Shrutika Kale.
The successful execution of the event was made possible under the guidance of Miss Diksha Poman, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, and the dedicated efforts of Prof. Rohit P. Salkute (NSS Programme Officer), Prof. Sangita Chavan, Prof. Ashish Tale, Prof. Sagar Tarapure, Prof. Atul Pawar, Mr. Abdul Majid, Mr. Pandurang Bhosale, Mr. Pramod Varankar, Mr. Ankush Rajput (MY Bharat Volunteer), Mr. Akash Salok (MY Bharat), and the entire NSS Volunteer team of Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy, Buldhana.
The programme concluded with a strong message that an addiction-free youth is the cornerstone of a developed India, inspiring every participant to become a catalyst for positive change and to spread the message of “Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat” throughout society.
