dr. Baljit Kaur Calls For People’s Participation To Make Punjab Drug-free; Yudh Nasheyan Virudh Gains Momentum As A Mass Movement

Sep16,2026 | Jagrati Lahar Bureau | Chandigarh/malout/sri Mukts

*State-Level Event Held at Malout Under Punjab Government’s Campaign Against "Yudh Nasheyan Virudh"*

*Over 100 Sports Kits Distributed to Inspire Youth; ‘Drug De-addiction Mitras’ Honoured*

Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government’s flagship campaign ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ (War Against Drugs) gained further momentum at a state-level awareness programme held in Malout today. Cabinet Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr. Baljit Kaur, attended as Chief Guest and urged all sections of society to work together for a drug-free Punjab.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Baljit Kaur said drug eradication requires collective efforts and active public cooperation. She said the government is combining strict action against drug peddlers with awareness, rehabilitation and youth engagement, with the campaign producing positive results through grassroots participation.

She said anti-drug committees have been formed at village and urban levels, while the police are keeping informants’ identities confidential. Strict action is being taken against smugglers, including confiscation of illegal properties and demolition of unauthorised constructions linked to drug-related activities.

Highlighting Punjab’s youth, Dr. Baljit Kaur said their courage, hard work and dedication have brought laurels to the state and country in defence services, sports, agriculture and other fields. She appealed to them to become ambassadors of a healthy and progressive Punjab and support friends moving towards drugs with care and encouragement. She also urged parents, teachers, Panchayats, youth clubs and social organisations to contribute actively.

The Cabinet Minister said the government is channelising youth energy into positive activities. Around 3,000 sports grounds are being developed across Punjab, while initiatives including ‘Khedan Watan Punjab Dian’ and ‘Mukh Mantri Gym’ are promoting healthy lifestyles.

Dr. Baljit Kaur distributed more than 100 sports kits containing hockey, football, volleyball and cricket equipment among villages and wards of the Malout Assembly constituency. She also honoured ‘Drug De-addiction Mitras’, including Anganwadi workers, with appreciation certificates for their role in spreading awareness.

Cultural presentations highlighted the harmful effects of drugs. The play ‘Aao Koshish Kariye’ was staged under the direction of Madam Surinder Kaur and renowned theatre personality Kirti Kripal. Students of PM Shri Government School presented Malwai Giddha and choreography performances, while Maria delivered the message of a drug-free society through a solo dance.

Those present included Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Shri Devi Goyal, SDM Shri Pankaj Kumar, Chairman Cooperative Bank Punjab Shri Jagdev Singh Bam, Chairman District Planning Committee Shri Sukhjinder Singh Kauni, Chairman Market Committee Malout Shri Jashan Brar, Chairman Simarjeet Singh Lakhewali, district officials, social organisation and youth club representatives, police and civil administration officials, and residents.

Dr. Baljit Kaur also administered an anti-drug pledge to the youth, sportspersons, members of Yudh Clubs and dignitaries, reaffirming their commitment to a healthy, prosperous and drug-free Punjab.

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