Chandigarh, April 5 – In a spirited push to make Haryana drug-free and safeguard its youth from the menace of drugs, the Drug-Free Haryana Cyclothon 2.0 was inaugurated in a grand manner from Hisar today. Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the Cyclothon, which will spread the message of a drug-free Haryana to every corner of the state, playing a vital role in raising awareness among the younger generation. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also administered a pledge to all youth and attendees to stand united against drug addiction and to actively contribute to building a drug-free Haryana. Addressing the youth on the occasion, the Chief Minister expressed pride in the initiative. He said that today is a proud day for Haryana. As we observe the holy days of Navratri, the youth of the state have taken a solemn pledge to eliminate drugs from Haryana. While reiterating Haryana’s rich cultural identity, he said, “Desha Maa Desh Haryana, Jeet Doodh Dahi Ka Khana – wrestling is the pride of Haryana. Our strong wrestlers, valiant soldiers, and dedicated farmers define who we are. There is no room for drugs in such a state.” He said that over the next three weeks, the cyclothon will travel across every village in Haryana to create awareness and mobilize public support for a drug-free society.
He also recalled the success of the previous Cyclothon campaign, which spanned 25 days and saw participation from 1,77,200 cyclists and 5,25,800 citizens. Building on that momentum, Cyclothon 2.0 has been launched with renewed energy and resolve. He said that this campaign is not just about protecting our future generations. It is a determined strike against the evil of drug addiction that threatens our social fabric. The enthusiasm witnessed today assures us that, together, we will succeed in our mission to eradicate drug abuse from Haryana, he added.”