Nashamukt Divas - A Step Towards Drug Free India

1st October, 2026 - Notre Dame School and PU College, Mysuru Notre Dame School, Mysore observed Nasha Mukt Divas on in the PU Auditorium to create awareness among students about the ill-effects of drug abuse. The session was organized for the students of Std. 9 and 10. The programme was presided over by our Principal, Rev. Sr. Anjana. The resource person for the day was Rev. Fr. Anish Xavier SM, Principal of DePaul International School. The session commenced at 9:30 a.m. and concluded at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Anish Xavier in his thought-provoking session, educated the students on the physical, psychological and social dangers of drug abuse. With the help of real-life examples and instances from his own personal experience, he beautifully explained how drugs destroy one's health, family, career and social life. He specially warned the youth about peer pressure, curiosity and use of tobacco and alcohol as the first step towards addiction. The session was very interesting. The programme concluded with an Anti-Drug Pledge, where all the participants pledged to stay away from drugs and to help make India a drug-free nation. It was indeed an informative and life-changing session for all of us. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by a student of Std. 10.