National Pledge Against Drug Abuse on 18 August 2026 to mark 6th anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
The Social Justice Ministry announced on 10 July 2026 a nationwide mass pledge against drug abuse on 18 August 2026 to mark the 6th anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
Summary
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 10 July 2026 a nationwide National Mass Pledge Against Drug Abuse on 18 August 2026 to mark the 6th anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA). The pledge will be taken in physical and online mode across ministries, educational institutions, PSUs, police, CAPFs and social organisations. A coordination meeting chaired by Joint Secretary (Drug Prevention) Dr. Sandeep Rewaji Rathod also stressed promoting the drug de-addiction helpline 14446.
Key facts
- Pledge date
- 18 August 2026
- Occasion
- 6th anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
- Ministry
- Social Justice and Empowerment
- Helpline
- 14446 (drug de-addiction)
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Which helpline number for drug de-addiction was highlighted at the July 2026 meeting on the National Pledge Against Drug Abuse?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — 14446
The meeting highlighted the need to promote drug de-addiction through helpline 14446.