Mission Zindagi: A United Front Against Drugs – CT Group & Khed Bharati Lead the Way
Jalandhar | 30 April 2025
In a powerful convergence of youth, education, and social responsibility, CT Group of Institutions, in collaboration with Khed Bharati Punjab, organized a transformative edition of Mission Zindagi: Nasha Ton Azadi at its Shahpur Campus. The event saw active participation from over 500 students, educators, and social leaders.
The central theme of the program was empowering youth towards a drug-free and purposeful life through sports, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle. The initiative aimed to raise awareness among students about the long-term dangers of addiction and offer viable alternatives through structured physical and mental engagement.
Panel Discussion: Sports as a Gateway to a Better Life
A powerful panel discussion featured industry leaders and veteran voices:
- Sh. Shiv Singh, a Dronacharya Awardee, ex-head coach of Indian Men and Women National Boxing Teams for Olympics several times, Ex-Head Coach of Nepal National Boxing Team.
- Sh. Rakesh Malik, Sports Director of Punjab University, Chandigarh.
- Sh. Arvind Singh Rana, noted entrepreneur and State President of Khed Bharati Punjab, inspired students with his personal journey of discipline, fitness, and social reform.
- Sh. Harpreet Singh, Chairman of CT Group, who expressed deep concern over the growing addiction crisis in Punjab and affirmed institutional support for Mission Zindagi.
Pledge, Play, Prevail
The program included a collective anti-drug pledge, urging students to choose fitness and responsibility over addiction. Interactive sessions and question-answer rounds made the program highly engaging and impactful.
“Sports is not just play—it’s preparation for life. Through Mission Zindagi, we are giving our youth tools to win in life, not just games,”
– Sh. Arvind Singh Rana, State President, Khed Bharati Punjab“Our fight against drugs must begin on the playground. Institutions and initiatives like Mission Zindagi are essential in reconnecting youth with purpose, fitness, and community spirit. Sports is not a hobby—it is a shield.”
– Sh. Rakesh Malik, Sports Director, Punjab University, Chandigarh“Discipline, focus, and the will to rise again—these are the core values of sports, and the same values can defeat addiction. Through Mission Zindagi, we are not just shaping athletes, we are shaping responsible citizens of Punjab.”
– Sh. Shiv Singh, Dronacharya Awardee, Ex-Head Coach, Indian & Nepal National Boxing Teams
“Mission Zindagi is a campaign close to our heart at CT Group. It empowers students to take control of their future, guided by health, responsibility, and pride in their identity,”
– Sh. Harpreet Singh, Chairman, CT Group
Moving Ahead
With the success of this Jalandhar chapter, Mission Zindagi will continue to expand across campuses and communities. Khed Bharati Punjab reaffirms its commitment to building a stronger, drug-free Punjab—where youth are not only aware but actively empowered.
