Chandigarh, October 13, 2026: T.S. Central State Library, Sector 17, Chandigarh, continued its Library Orientation Week-cum-Nasha Mukt Bharat Awareness Programme today at Government Model High School, Sector 24A, Chandigarh, and Government School, Pocket No. 8, Manimajra.

At Government Model High School, Sector 24A, along with library orientation and motivation about reading books, children of Vriddhi NGO presented a puppet play on Nasha Mukt Bharat awareness- Maut Ka Saudagar, directed by theatre artist Subhasis Neogi. At Government School, Pocket No. 8, Manimajra, library orientation and an awareness talk on the harmful effects of substance abuse were conducted by Mrs Mandeep Kaur.

The initiative is being organised by Dr. Neeza Singh, Librarian, to promote reading habits among schoolchildren, familiarise them with library resources and services, and spread awareness about the importance of a drug-free life.

Mrs. Neelam Bansal, Library Incharge, said, “This initiative combines the joy of reading with an important message for a drug-free society, inspiring children to make informed choices and lead healthy lives.”
The programme will cover 10 government schools across Chandigarh from October 12 to 16, 2026.