As a part of Haryana’s drug de-addiction campaign, Cylothon 2.0 will be organized from April 5 to April 27 to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse. This state-level initiative will commence in Hisar on April 5 and conclude in Sirsa on April 27, said Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday while presiding over a meeting with the officers concerned. MLAs, Mayors, Deputy Commissioners, District Superintendents of Police, and other dignitaries also attended the meeting via video conferencing.

Addressing the meeting, Saini said that the primary objective of the Cyclothon is to educate the youth about the harmful effects of drugs and protect them from substance abuse. A similar event was organized last year, witnessing participation from 177,200 cyclists and 525,800 other individuals. He further stated that the Cyclothon will pass through all assembly constituencies of the state under the theme "Drug-Free Haryana."

The Chief Minister urged all MLAs and administrative officers to ensure that ministers, MLAs, district administration officials, and other dignitaries are present at every location where the Cyclothon Yatra passes. Their presence will help maximize public awareness and encourage greater participation in the campaign against drug addiction. He also emphasized the need to involve Sarpanchs, Numberdars, village intellectuals, and, in particular, women and youth in welcoming the Yatra as it passes through their villages, further strengthening the movement for a Drug-Free Haryana.

Saini directed that the Sarpanches from villages officially declared drug-free in Haryana should be felicitated during the Yatra. Additionally, arrangements should be made for them to share their experiences and insights with others. He emphasized the need to review the route taken by last year’s Cyclothon and ensure that, this time, the Yatra passes through villages that were not previously covered. This will help extend the reach of the statewide public awareness campaign against drug abuse.

He further instructed that local influencers and social media platforms be leveraged to maximize public outreach and ensure the Yatra’s objectives are met. Emphasizing the importance of feedback, he urged officials to gather insights from those associated with last year’s Cyclothon Yatra to strengthen this year’s "Nasha Mukt Haryana" campaign. He also invited suggestions from dignitaries and officials to enhance the effectiveness of the Yatra.