NATIONAL SCHEMES

Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah 2026

    • Context: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) launched ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah 2026’ from 17–26 June 2026. 
  • Theme: “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan – Viksit Bharat Ki Pehchaan.” 
  • The campaign is being observed in connection with the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (26 June). 

Major Launches

  • Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah 2026 was formally launched. 
  • A Personal Dashboard for Nasha Mukti Mitra (NMM) was introduced to strengthen volunteer engagement and monitor grassroots activities. 

Objective

  • To strengthen the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) and promote drug demand reduction through mass awareness and community participation.

About Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 

    • Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) was launched on 15 August 2020 by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE). 
  • Initially implemented in 272 identified vulnerable districts. 
  • Expanded to all districts of the country from 15 August 2023. 
  • Objective: To spread awareness and reduce substance abuse through mass participation. 

About NMBA App 2.0

  • Launched under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR). 
  • Serves as a centralized digital platform for monitoring and implementation. 
  • Facilitates real-time reporting, coordination and data-driven governance at National, State, District and institutional levels. 

Existing Features of NMBA App

  • Enables States, districts, spiritual organisations and stakeholders to upload and monitor activities. 
  • Provides a consolidated dashboard with near real-time visibility. 
  • Offers Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials. 
  • Supports Nasha Mukti Mitras in awareness campaigns. 
  • Facilitates onboarding and management of master volunteers. 
  • Allows institutions to organize pledge-taking activities. 

National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR)

    • A flagship initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. 
  • Focuses on: 
    • Preventive education and awareness. 
    • Treatment and rehabilitation. 
    • Capacity building. 
    • Community participation. 
    • Monitoring and evaluation of drug demand reduction efforts.