Chandigarh The Legal Aid Committee of SVKM’s NMIMS Chandigarh Campus, in collaboration with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), conducted an interactive awareness programme on “Drug Abuse and Its Harmful Effects” at Government Model High School, Sector 12, Chandigarh.
The initiative aimed to sensitise school students to the physical and psychological consequences of substance abuse, encourage informed decision-making and promote the importance of adopting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Through morning assembly activities and classroom sessions, the programme encouraged students to engage in meaningful discussions about the risks associated with drug abuse and the importance of making responsible choices.
The programme was conducted under the leadership and guidance of Prof. Dr. Jyotsna S., Campus Director, NMIMS Chandigarh; Dr. Nandan Sharma, Associate Dean, School of Law; and Dr. Tanmeet Kaur Sahiwal, Programme Chairperson, School of Law. The sessions were led by Dr. Vivek Shukla, Dr. Mehak Rai Sandhu and Ms. Mita Kumar.
Student members Sahaj Nidhaan Shahi, Jatin Nandlal, Raghav Sagar Sharma, Tejveer, Aditya, Vardaan Gautam, Ayush, Rupanshi Sharma and Aparajita Vashihtha actively conducted awareness activities and interactive sessions during the morning assembly and in classrooms. Their engagement helped facilitate discussions on the harmful effects of substance abuse and the importance of informed and responsible decision-making among school students.
The programme was planned and coordinated by Legal Aid Committee Student Convenor Jasnoor Singh, Student Co-convenor Anushka Pandey and Aneesh Bhatara.
Through this collaborative initiative, NMIMS Chandigarh reaffirmed its commitment to youth awareness, community engagement and social responsibility. The programme highlighted the importance of educational outreach and collective efforts in fostering awareness and contributing towards a healthier, drug-free society.