Date: 2026-05-15Category: Press ReleaseState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Nasha Mukti Mitr: A Game Changer for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Department of Social Justice and Empowerment Calls Upon Every Common Citizen to Join the Fight Against Drug Menace
**Executive Summary**
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched a call for citizens to join the "Nasha Mukti Mitr" initiative under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA). Announced on 15 May 2026, this program utilizes the NMBA App 2.0 to formalize citizen participation in the national fight against substance abuse. Interested individuals are encouraged to register immediately to receive official certification and begin grassroots community outreach.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Program Overview**
* Nasha Mukti Mitr is a citizen-driven movement designed to provide a structured platform for ordinary citizens to combat the drug menace at the grassroots level.
* The initiative aims to democratize the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, transitioning it from a government program to a national resolve.
* Over 28,000 Nasha Mukti Mitr are currently registered and active in awareness, counseling, and rehabilitation support.
**Enrollment and Eligibility**
* The platform is open to all individuals regardless of age, profession, or background.
* Registration is facilitated through the enhanced features of the NMBA App 2.0, available on the Google Play Store.
* Upon successful enrollment, participants receive an official Certificate of Recognition and a digital NMBA Badge.
**Core Responsibilities of a Nasha Mukti Mitr**
* Conducting awareness drives and community outreach activities in local areas.
* Providing counseling support and assisting in early detection of substance abuse.
* Offering rehabilitation assistance and supporting families affected by addiction.
* Acting as a "social shield" to prevent substance abuse within communities.
**Impact Analysis**
**Common Citizens (Students, Parents, Professionals, and Retired Persons)**
**Impact**
They gain a formal, accessible platform to channel their efforts into concrete action against drug addiction while receiving official government recognition.
**Action Required**
Download the NMBA App 2.0, complete the enrollment process, and begin local awareness activities.
**Educators and Local Leaders**
**Impact**
These stakeholders are positioned as key drivers of the movement, tasked with leveraging the platform to influence and protect their communities.
**Action Required**
Register as Mitras and lead community outreach initiatives to provide momentum to the national campaign.
**Civil Society Organizations**
**Impact**
The initiative provides a structured framework for these organizations to align their grassroots efforts with the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment’s national objectives.
**Action Required**
Come forward to leverage the NMBA App 2.0 platform and integrate their existing community support initiatives with the national movement.
Key Entities Referenced
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA): A national campaign against substance abuse in India, aimed at creating a drug-free country through community participation and awareness.
Nasha Mukti Mitr: A citizen-driven volunteer initiative that allows individuals to contribute to the national campaign against substance abuse at the grassroots level.
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment: The primary central government department responsible for implementing the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and overseeing drug demand reduction programs.
NMBA App 2.0: A digital platform launched to facilitate the enrollment of Nasha Mukti Mitras and provide tools for citizens to track their contributions to the campaign.
Shri Sudhansh Pant: Secretary of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, who advocates for democratizing the movement against drug addiction through citizen involvement.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Nasha Mukti Mitr: A Game Changer for Nasha
Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Department of Social
Justice and Empowerment Calls Upon Every
Common Citizen to Join the Fight Against Drug
Menace
Posted On: 15 MAY 2026 5:39PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, appeals to every citizen across
the country to become a Nasha Mukti Mitr and actively participate in the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
(NMBA). With the launch of enhanced features in the NMBA App 2.0, becoming a Nasha Mukti Mitr has
become simple, accessible, and impactful for every common citizen who wishes to contribute towards a
drug-free India.
Nasha Mukti Mitr is envisioned as a powerful citizen-driven movement that will act as a game changer in
the national campaign against substance abuse. It provides a structured platform for ordinary citizens to
channel their energy and commitment into concrete action at the grassroots level against drug menace.
Key Highlights:
Over 28,000 Nasha Mukti Mitr have already registered and are making remarkable contributions in
their communities through awareness drives, counseling support, early detection, and rehabilitation
assistance.
Any individual, irrespective of age, profession, or background, can now enroll as a Nasha Mukti
Mitr through the NMBA App 2.0.
Upon successful enrollment, Mitras receive an official Certificate of Recognition and the prestigious
NMBA Badge, signifying their commitment to the cause.
The platform is open to all.
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment believes that the active involvement of common
citizens will give unprecedented momentum to the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Drug addiction destroys
individuals, families, and entire communities. By becoming Nasha Mukti Mitras, citizens can play a direct
role in preventing substance abuse, spreading awareness, supporting affected families, and creating a
strong social shield against this menace.
Shri Sudhansh Pant, Secretary, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, said, “Nasha Mukt
Bharat Abhiyan is not just a government programme — it is a national resolve. With Nasha Mukti Mitr,
we are democratizing this movement. Every Indian who feels pained by the rising drug menace now has a
formal platform to act. We urge students, teachers, parents, professionals, retired citizens, and youth to
download the NMBA App 2.0, register as Nasha Mukti Mitr, and become the change they wish to see in
society. Together, we can build a healthier, stronger, and drug-free Bharat.”
How to Become a Nasha Mukti Mitr:1. Download the NMBA App 2.0 from Google Play Store.
2. Register on the app and complete the simple enrollment process for Nasha Mukti Mitr.
3. Receive your digital certificate and NMBA badge.
4. Start contributing through awareness activities, community outreach, and support initiatives in your
locality.
The Department appeals to all sections of society — especially the youth, educators, civil society
organizations, and local leaders — to come forward and leverage this opportunity. Your one step today can
save many lives tomorrow.
Let us join hands. Let us become Nasha Mukti Mitras. Let us build a Nasha Mukt Bharat.
For more information, visit the official NMBA website or download the NMBA App 2.0.
NMBA App:
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=nasha+mukt+bharat+abhiyan&c=apps&hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/nashamuktbharatabhiyaan/
https://x.com/NMBA_MSJE
https://www.facebook.com/NMBA.MSJE
https://www.youtube.com/@nashamuktbharatabhiyaan4550
https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb6s9tg1SWst8ZSHXa1f
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