Youth Parliament in Mahoba Emphasizes Drug-Free Society and Developed India

MAHOBA | अभिनय सिंह चंदेल

Youth Parliament Held at Kasturba Gandhi Residential School

Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh | October 17, 2026 - The Kasturba Gandhi Residential School in Mahoba district became the venue for a 'Youth Parliament' program on Saturday. Under the 'My Bharat' initiative, the event aimed to motivate youth to play an active role in building a drug-free society and a developed India.

The central theme of this significant event was 'Drug-Free Youth For Developed India', intended to raise awareness among the youth about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encourage their contribution to nation-building. The program was chaired by District Youth Officer Sushil Karolia, with Bharatiya Janata Party District Minister Rampal attending as the chief guest. The event commenced with the garlanding of portraits of Goddess Saraswati and Kasturba Gandhi, highlighting its academic and inspirational nature.

Drug Abuse: A Major Obstacle to Developed India

District Youth Officer Sushil Karolia, in his address, shed light on the Prime Minister's vision of making India a developed nation by 2047. He emphasized that this ambitious goal can only be achieved if the nation's youth completely abstains from social evils like drug abuse.

Karolia described the youth as the backbone of nation-building and urged them to dedicate themselves with full sincerity to education and sports. He stressed that only a healthy and drug-free youth can be the architect of the country's bright future.

Chief Guest Highlights Devastating Consequences of Drug Abuse

Chief Guest Rampal expressed concern over the severe social and personal consequences of drug abuse. He stated that addiction not only destroys an individual but also devastates their entire family economically and mentally.

He appealed to the youth to stay away from drugs themselves and play a significant role in building a healthy and progressive society by spreading the message of de-addiction within the community.

Program Structured in Five Sessions: Knowledge, Awareness, and Talent Display

The 'Youth Parliament' program was organized into five distinct sessions, designed to provide comprehensive information and experience to the youth. The first session detailed the 'My Bharat' portal, familiarizing the youth with government schemes and initiatives.

In the second session, Assistant Teacher Shikha conducted a substantive discussion on the serious societal impacts of drug consumption, linking various social and familial disintegrations to drug abuse. A speech competition was held in the third session, guided by teachers Supriya Chaturvedi and Archana Singh, where students showcased their eloquence and ability to effectively express their thoughts.

During the fourth session, teacher Kalpana Soni, using audio-visual aids, presented in a poignant manner the physical and mental harm caused by drug consumption. The final session involved students participating in yoga exercises under the guidance of sports teachers. The primary objective was to keep students physically active and make them aware of mental peace and health through yoga.

Competitions and Street Play Reinforce Anti-Drug Message

Various creative competitions were also organized during the program, with enthusiastic participation from the students. In the speech competition, Shabnam secured the first position, demonstrating her talent, while Anshika Vishwakarma and Komal Kushwaha secured second and third places respectively. Through slogan writing competitions, students conveyed powerful and inspiring messages in favor of de-addiction, capable of changing societal perceptions towards drug use.

Additionally, a street play was staged, delivering a crucial message to the general public in simple and effective language about staying away from drugs and adopting a healthy lifestyle. The program was successfully managed by volunteer Ansh Khare. School teachers including Rimjhim Shivhare, Haseena Bano, Kalpana Pathak, Rekha Anuragi, Shiksha Saxena, and Priyanka Rathore, along with other school staff, were present.

Several other collaborators, such as Ayush Chaurasia, Abhinay, Sangam Dwivedi, Prashant Chaurasia, and social worker KP Singh, also made significant contributions to the event's success. All winning participants were awarded prizes to encourage their enthusiasm and inspire them for future better performances.