The Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan has swiftly transformed into a powerful mass movement across the Kashmir Valley. Led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, this determined campaign unites all sections of society to combat the grave threat of drug abuse endangering the Valley’s youth. The second major Padyatra scheduled for May 3 in Srinagar stands as a landmark event, carrying forward the resounding success of the first grand march.
Flagged off by LG Sinha from the Football Stadium at TRC Srinagar, the mega Padyatra is set to witness overwhelming participation. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg has meticulously finalized arrangements with various departments and invited the general public to join in large numbers. This follows intensive district-level activities and the 100-day campaign launched in April 2026. Expectations are high for over 35,000 participants, delivering a strong collective message against drug trafficking networks in the Valley.
Widespread support has strengthened the initiative. The Private Schools Association has extended complete backing to the LG’s efforts, pledging to roll out sustained anti-drug awareness programmes in classrooms and surrounding communities. Religious leaders from all faiths have assured full cooperation after meetings with the Div Com, committing to spread the message through mosques and community platforms. This broad convergence is turning the Abhiyan into a shared Valley-wide resolve.
J&K Police have intensified enforcement actions across the Kashmir Valley in tandem with awareness drives. In Bandipora, 15 FIRs were registered and 13 peddlers booked in just 20 days. Anantnag saw 16 FIRs against illegal narcotic cultivation with destruction of poppy crops over 150 marlas. Srinagar police conducted aggressive operations, attaching properties worth crores and filing multiple cases. Coordinated actions in Baramulla, Budgam, Kupwara, Shopian, and Pulwama resulted in dozens of arrests and seizures of charas, ganja, and other contraband. From north to south, police are systematically dismantling supply chains through raids, cordon-and-search operations, and NDPS Act cases.
The Valley faces a serious challenge with rising drug abuse among young people. The Abhiyan addresses this through targeted counselling via helpline 14446, rehabilitation support, e-pledges, and community outreach. Thousands of events have already been held, engaging educational institutions and local bodies. Panchayats and urban wards are actively mobilizing residents.
LG Sinha’s hands-on approach—personally leading marches, reviewing progress, and promoting public participation—has created widespread momentum. The May 3 Padyatra will serve as a visible symbol of Kashmir’s united stand. Beyond the event, sustained efforts by parents, educators, religious figures, and youth are essential. Media and civil society must continue amplifying recovery stories and community pledges.
This campaign offers renewed hope for a drug-free Kashmir Valley. With strong enforcement, education, and societal unity, the region can protect its future generations and build a healthier, more vibrant society. The growing participation signals that success is within reach through collective determination and unwavering commitment.
