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CBSE Talks Youth, Drugs, and a Drug-Free Future
21 Sep
Summary
- CBSE held an interactive talkathon on substance abuse prevention.
- Experts addressed student queries on mental health and peer pressure.
- The initiative aims to foster responsible choices for a developed India.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently organized a 45-minute interactive talkathon themed "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat." This initiative aimed to foster an open conversation among experts, educators, and students regarding substance abuse prevention.
A senior official emphasized that engaging youth through social media platforms like X, Instagram, and YouTube is vital for building a strong foundation. This is considered essential for empowering the next generation to lead India towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.
CBSE facilitated student interaction by inviting questions through popular social media channels using specific hashtags. The expert panel included professionals such as Nand Kumar from AIIMS, New Delhi, and Anees C from the Narcotics Control Bureau, New Delhi.
Topics addressed during the session included concerns about mental health, strategies to overcome peer pressure, and essential steps for de-addiction. The panellists attentively responded to student queries broadcast live on social media platforms.
