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Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA)

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Overview

UPSC frequently examines major government initiatives aimed at social welfare, public health, and addressing societal challenges. NMBA represents a significant national effort to combat substance abuse, a critical social issue with wide-ranging implications for public health, law and order, and economic productivity. Understanding its objectives, implementation strategy, and impact is crucial for assessing government policy effectiveness in social justice.

The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) is a flagship campaign launched by the Government of India to address the issue of substance abuse and promote a drug-free society. It operates under the broader National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Launch Date

August 15, 2020

Implementing Ministry

Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Key Pillars

Awareness generation, de-addiction services, rehabilitation, and counselling

Scope

Expanded to all districts across the country

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TypeReference
Conceptual areaWelfare Schemes & Social Policies

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Institutions & roles

BodyRole
Department of Social Justice and EmpowermentImplements
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  • Launched Aug 15, 2020, by Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
  • Aims for drug-free India through awareness, de-addiction, rehabilitation.
  • Implemented under National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).
  • Covers all districts, focuses on youth, women, educational institutions.
  • Includes a national toll-free de-addiction helpline (14446).

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Welfare Schemes & Social Policies

Government Strengthens Drug De-addiction and Awareness Initiatives in Jammu & Kashmir Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

03 Aug 2026 · NMBA is a national campaign launched in 2020 by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to tackle substance abuse through awareness, de-addiction, and rehabilitation, now covering all districts.

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