Ignite Change: Youth Empowerment at BD Blue Bells Public School 

Under Nasha Mukti Bharat Abhiyaan 

BD Blue Bells Public School successfully conducted a transformative workshop on October 29, 2025, as a robust contribution to the national Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. The session focused on equipping Grade XI students with tools for decisive action against negative peer influence. 

The high-impact session, "Dealing with Peer Pressure," was curated and conducted under the inspirational mentorship of Dr. Alka Saxena, Associate Director (Social & Emotional Learning), BBGS. The program moved beyond conventional discourse, utilising gripping case studies and intensive discussions to build a crucial skill set: the ability to deliver a confident and assertive 'No'. 

The goal was to empower the students to recognise their self-worth and redirect peer pressure into a force for positive, collective support. This effort aims to cultivate a generation of mindful decision-makers who prioritise their socio-emotional well-being. 

The initiative strongly reinforced themes of self-awareness, empathy, and responsible choices, while also empowering students to recognize and effectively handle peer pressure related to substance use. As part of the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, they engaged in discussions and activities that built confidence and resilience against negative influences, culminating in a powerful collective reflection and commitment to make positive, life-affirming choices.