5th Anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) Observed in Mamit with Anti-Drug Awareness Rally

Mamit, Aug 2025 : Today, the 5th Anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was observed in Mamit with an anti-drug awareness rally held from Chawkawn to Field Veng, Mamit. As part of the event, an Essay Writing and Poster Making Competition for students was organized at the GSA Playground. The prize distribution ceremony was led by Pu K. Laltlawmlova, Chairman of the District Level NMBA Committee and Deputy Commissioner of Mamit.

After the rally, a public gathering was held where Pu K. Lalnunfela, District Education Officer, and Pu Lalsangzuala Ralte, Assistant Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics, Mamit, addressed the participants. They highlighted that Mamit District is unfortunately among the three districts of Mizoram included in India’s list of 100 highly drug-affected districts. They stressed the urgent need to step up collective efforts to curb drug abuse, pointing out that despite addicts’ promises to quit, they often relapse, causing grave harm to society. Students and youth, in particular, must remain vigilant and stay away from drugs to secure a better future.

Dr. Lalrinfela, Medical Superintendent, also conducted a motivational session urging students to pledge themselves towards a drug-free lifestyle.

As part of the NMBA observance, the Essay Writing competition was conducted for high school students, with the following winners:

• 1st Prize: Zodinsangi (Class X), Presbyterian English School
• 2nd Prize: Jonathan Lalmuanpuia (Class IX), St. Francis of Assisi HS
• 3rd Prize: Ruth C. Hualzikpuii (Class X), Govt. Mamit HS

The Poster Making competition for middle school students declared these winners:

• 1st Prize: Lalruatmawii (Class VIII), St. Francis of Assisi
• 2nd Prize: C. Lalchhansangi (Class VIII), Govt. MS-I
• 3rd Prize: Janet Lalremtluangi (Class VII), Govt. MS-I