Community Initiative to Tackle Drug Abuse

Panchgama Vikas Model - Community-Led Initiative in Jind, Haryana

Overview:

• A new initiative named "Panchgama Vikas Model" launched in October 2026, aimed at combating drug abuse and enhancing educational access for rural youth in 300 villages of Jind district, Haryana.
• Conceived by Chandigarh Director-General of Police Sagar Preet Hooda, it is a non-political program developed by the Haryana Professional Forum and Jind Social Forum.

Objective:

• The initiative seeks to mobilize professionals, businesspersons, and resourceful individuals to assist rural communities in accessing educational, employment, and skill development opportunities.

Structure:

• Villages Organized in Clusters: 300 villages grouped into 60 clusters of five villages each.
• Each cluster is managed by a designated lead (preferably a professional) and a five-member team focused on community engagement and guidance for young people.

Key Features:

• The initiative does not provide direct monetary benefits; instead, it emphasizes voluntary contributions of time and skills.
• Aims to bridge the information gap regarding educational and career opportunities, entrance exams, and skill training.
• Encourages promoting sports, fitness, and mentorship.
• Addresses the issue of drug abuse and illegal migration trends among youth.

Library Development:

• Plans to establish smart libraries by upgrading existing facilities and facilitating new ones with books, computers, and internet access.
• Each expert can impact 6,000 children in one session across the villages.

Local Engagement:

• Teams will connect individuals and institutions willing to donate educational resources directly with the villages.
• Emphasizes that social responsibility should encompass all children, promoting a shared societal duty.

Contextual Challenges:

• Drug abuse, particularly pronounced in Haryana, has led to community initiatives like “thikri pehras” to monitor drug-related activities.

Future Prospects:

• Potential for model expansion to other parts of Haryana once established and assessed for effectiveness in Jind.

Participants and Support:

• Launch event attended by Jind Deputy Commissioner Vaishali Sharma and cluster teams meeting with local communities to drive engagement.

This initiative highlights a community-centric approach to tackle critical social issues such as drug abuse and educational access through professional volunteering and local resource mobilization.