In Haryana, Cyclothon 2.0 will be organized from April 5 to April 27 as part of Haryana’s drug de-addiction campaign, aimed at raising public awareness about the harm effects of substance abuse. This state-level initiative will commence in Hisar on April 5 and conclude in Sirsa on April 27.
This was disclosed during a meeting chaired by Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today. MLAs, Mayors, Deputy Commissioners, District Superintendents of Police, and other dignitaries also attended the meeting via video conferencing. Addressing the meeting, the Chief Minister said that the primary objective of the Cyclothon is to educate the youth about the harmful effects of drugs and protect them from substance abuse.
He said that a similar event was organized last year, witnessing participation from 177,200 cyclists and 525,800 other individuals. He further stated that the Cyclothon will pass through all assembly constituencies of the state under the theme "Drug-Free Haryana."
The Chief Minister urged all MLAs and administrative officers to ensure that ministers, MLAs, district administration officials, and other dignitaries are present at every location where the Cyclothon Yatra passes. Their presence will help maximize public awareness and encourage greater participation in the campaign against drug addiction.
He also emphasized the need to involve Sarpanchs, Numberdars, village intellectuals, and, in particular, women and youth in welcoming the Yatra as it passes through their villages, further strengthening the movement for a Drug-Free Haryana.
Sarpanches from villages declared drug-free in Haryana should be felicitated
The Chief Minister directed that the Sarpanches from villages officially declared drug-free in Haryana should be felicitated during the Yatra. Additionally, arrangements should be made for them to share their experiences and insights with others.
He emphasized the need to review the route taken by last year’s Cyclothon and ensure that, this time, the Yatra passes through villages that were not previously covered. This will help extend the reach of the statewide public awareness campaign against drug abuse.
Take cooperation of religious institutions to strengthen drug de-addiction campaign
The Chief Minister suggested that as part of this public awareness campaign, efforts should be made to engage with religious leaders, spiritual camps, and saints involved in drug de-addiction initiatives, seeking their support for the cause. He further instructed that local influencers and social media platforms be leveraged to maximize public outreach and ensure the Yatra’s objectives are met.
Emphasizing the importance of feedback, he urged officials to gather insights from those associated with last year’s Cyclothon Yatra to strengthen this year’s "Nasha Mukt Haryana" campaign. He also invited suggestions from dignitaries and officials to enhance the effectiveness of the Yatra.
During the meeting, it was informed that the Cyclothon Yatra will pass through schools, colleges, educational institutions, religious centers, and villages, facilitating discussions on Nasha Mukt Haryana. The campaign will also feature street plays, drug-free pledges, cultural programs, and other awareness activities at various locations. Those participating in the Cyclothon must register themselves on the Haryana Uday Portal.
Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Arun Kumar Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Home Department, Sumita Misra, Additional Chief Secretary Health Department, Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary, Vineet Garg, Director General of Police, Shatrujit Kapur, CID Chief Saurabh Singh, Special Officer Community Policing and Outreach, Pankaj Nain and other officers were also present in the meeting.