While inaugurating a volleyball tournament in South Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha asked the sportspersons to become role models for youth and guide the new generation towards a drug-free, brighter and healthier future.
He also reiterated the administration’s resolve to eliminate the narco-terror ecosystem from Jammu Kashmir.
The 100-day Nasha Mukht J&K campaign spearheaded by LG Sinha has turned into ‘Jan-Andolan.’
It’s a proven fact that campaigns become effective only when they transcend official boundaries and enter homes, schools, colleges, playgrounds and public discourse. Encouragingly, people from all walks of life—teachers, parents, religious leaders, social activists and sportspersons—have joined Nasha Mukht J&K campaign to spread awareness about the devastating impact of substance abuse.
Equally important is the administration’s resolve to dismantle the narco-terror ecosystem operating in Jammu and Kashmir. Drug trafficking is not merely a criminal issue; it is a threat to national security and social stability. The proceeds of narcotics often fuel anti-national activities, while addiction destroys the potential of young lives. The stern action being taken against drug peddlers and smugglers sends a clear message that such networks will find no sanctuary in the Union Territory. Law enforcement agencies deserve appreciation for their sustained efforts in cracking down on these elements.
Sports have always been a powerful instrument for social transformation. They teach discipline, resilience, teamwork and purpose—qualities that naturally steer young minds away from destructive habits. In regions where youth often face social pressures, uncertainty and negative influences, sports provide direction and aspiration. By asking athletes to inspire others, the Lieutenant Governor has rightly identified a force capable of shaping public consciousness in a positive way. Young achievers in sports command respect and admiration, making them ideal ambassadors for the fight against drugs.
Sports tournaments symbolize the larger battle being fought for the soul of Jammu and Kashmir’s youth. Every playground filled with energetic young athletes is a victory against addiction. Every child inspired by a sportsperson is a life potentially saved from the trap of drugs.
The road ahead demands sustained commitment, but the direction is clear. If society, sport and state continue to work in unison, Jammu and Kashmir can indeed become a model of resilience and recovery—a place where the youth choose ambition over addiction, excellence over escape, and hope over despair. |
