Shimla (Kameshwar Sharma): The second day of the International Shimla Summer Festival witnessed a grand Maha Nati under the theme “MAD – Mothers Against Drugs.” Organizers held the event near the Shimla Police Assistance Booth. More than 320 women from different ICDS blocks of Shimla district participated. Additionally, Summer Festival Maha Nati many local residents and tourists joined the traditional dance. They enjoyed Himachal Pradesh’s famous Nati while supporting an important social cause.
320 Women Join Awareness Campaign
The Shimla Summer Festival Maha Nati highlighted the power of community participation. Women from across the district gathered to spread awareness against drug abuse and violence.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner and Festival Chairman Anupam Kashyap attended the programme. He administered a pledge based on the theme “Maa Ka Sankalp – Samaj Ka Sankalp.”
Furthermore, he encouraged women to stand firmly against drug addiction. He also urged them to oppose violence and every form of social abuse.
Participants Take Social Responsibility Pledge
During the event, Anupam Kashyap led the participants in an anti-drug pledge. He asked them to work actively for a drug-free society.
In addition, he stressed the need to protect young people from harmful substances, especially chitta.
Afterward, organizers honored all 320 participants with appreciation certificates. As a result, the women received recognition for supporting the awareness campaign.
Powerful Slogans Draw Attention
The participants raised several impactful slogans during the programme.
For example, they chanted:
- “Har Maa Ki Yahi Pukar – Nasha Aur Atyachar Se Inkaar”
- “Maa Ki Mamta Ka Yahi Sandesh – Nashe Se Door Rahe Pradesh”
- “Chitta Chhodo, Sanskar Jodo – Maa Ke Sankalp Se Samaj Ko Modo”
- “Har Maa Ki Yahi Pukar – Beti Par Hinsa Nahi Sweekar”
Moreover, these slogans encouraged people to reject drug abuse. They also highlighted the importance of ending violence against women and girls.
Culture and Awareness Go Hand in Hand
The Shimla Summer Festival Maha Nati successfully combined culture with social awareness.
At the same time, the event showcased Himachal Pradesh’s rich folk traditions. More importantly, it delivered a strong message against drugs and violence.
Therefore, the programme became more than a cultural celebration. It inspired people to work together for a safer and healthier society.
Ultimately, the event demonstrated how community participation can help create positive social change.
Key Points of the news:
- More than 320 women participated in Maha Nati during Shimla Summer Festival 2026.
- The event was organized under the Mothers Against Drugs (MAD) theme.
- Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap administered an anti-drug and anti-violence pledge.
- Participants raised awareness through slogans against drug abuse and violence.
- Tourists and local residents joined the cultural celebration and awareness drive.
