Jump to key moments of That is why it is essential that you remain free from drugs, for both your own future and for the country… when a young person falls into drug addiction, it is not only that individual who loses. A dream dies before it can be fulfilled. An entire family suffers and often falls apart,” said Mr. Modi. “When this happens in families and society, the strength of the country is weakened as well. That is why hostile countries also conspire to lure our youth into drug addiction. Profiting from drug trafficking while weakening our country is part of their malicious agenda. Therefore, we must protect every young person from falling into the trap,” he said. Mr. Modi urged people not to hide cases of addiction and to seek professional help for young people struggling with substance abuse, pointing out that rehabilitation centres have been established to aid their recovery. “Someone who defeats addiction is a true warrior. Society should respect them and give them a second chance. A person’s past with drugs should never define their identity; their courage should,” he said.