In a decisive move towards safeguarding the well-being of India’s youth, Sharda University, Agra, has emerged as a vanguard in the national fight against substance abuse. Under the visionary leadership of its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan, the university has forged a potent partnership with the United Voters Social Foundation (UNTVO Social Foundation), launching a comprehensive “Healthy Campus, Healthy Nation” initiative centered on the “Truth About Drugs” awareness campaign. This collaboration embodies a profound institutional commitment to creating an abuse-free environment where education and holistic welfare go hand in hand.
A Leader’s Commitment to Holistic Student Welfare
At the heart of this transformative drive is Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan is an academic leader whose philosophy extends far beyond curricular excellence. Recognizing that a student’s potential can only be fully realized in a safe and healthy environment, she has made the mission for a drug-free campus a cornerstone of her administration. Prof. Ranjan’s approach is proactive and compassionate, focusing on prevention through education, awareness, and the promotion of healthy alternatives. Her leadership ensures that student welfare is not a peripheral concern but a central pillar of campus life, fostering a culture where students feel supported, informed, and empowered to make positive life choices.
The UNTVO Initiative: Empowerment Through Knowledge
The operational strength of this mission comes from the structured program led by the UNTVO Social Foundation. As part of the Government of India’s Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, the foundation’s “Truth About Drugs” campaign is designed to dismantle myths and present factual, hard-hitting information about the physical and mental devastation caused by drug addiction. The initiative’s cornerstone at Sharda University was a large-scale awareness drive and strategic distribution of informative books and literature. These materials provide clear, scientific evidence about the dangers of substance abuse, aiming to equip students with the knowledge to resist peer pressure and make informed decisions.
A Resonating Impact: 16,000+ Students Empowered
The success of this collaborative endeavor is both measurable and profound. The UNTVO Social Foundation’s program has successfully created awareness among a staggering 16,000+ students across Schools and universities. This massive outreach signifies not just a number, but a generation of young minds armed with truth. It represents 16,000 potential shields against addiction and 16000 ambassadors for a healthier lifestyle within and beyond the campus gates.
The initiative between Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan’s steadfast commitment and the UNTVO Social Foundation’s targeted action present a replicable model for institutions nationwide. By prioritizing “Healthy Campus” as the foundation for a “Healthy Nation,” Sharda University is not merely educating students for careers but is conscientiously building resilient, informed citizens for India’s future.
