ANTI-DRUG YOUTH RUN 2026
Over 500 Youth Unite for a Drug-Free Society
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], 24 October 2026: The CSI Diocese of Madras – Board for Youth Work successfully organised the Anti-Drug Youth Run 2026 at Besant Nagar, Chennai, with the participation of more than 500 young people from across the Diocese of Madras. The 5-kilometre awareness run, from Olcott Memorial School to CSI Yesu Anbar Alayam, Besant Nagar, aimed to create awareness about the dangers of drug and substance abuse and to encourage young people to lead healthy, responsible and drug-free lives.
The event was inaugurated by Rt. Rev. Dr. A. Paul Francis Ravichandran, Bishop in Madras, in the presence of the office bearers of the Diocese, presbyters, area chairpersons, deacons and youth members. Clergy and youth representatives came together to demonstrate their collective commitment to building a drug-free society.
The run served as a powerful platform to spread the message that “Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life.” Through this initiative, the Board for Youth Work sought to inspire young people to make responsible choices, resist substance abuse and become ambassadors of positive change in their churches, communities and society.
The enthusiastic participation of more than 500 youth, along with pastors and church leaders, reflected the unity and determination of the CSI Diocese of Madras in addressing the growing challenges of drug abuse among young people.
The programme concluded successfully, carrying forward a strong message of hope, awareness and responsibility. The CSI Diocese of Madras – Board for Youth Work reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young people and working towards a safer, healthier and drug-free future.
Together, let us run for life, stand against drugs and build a drug-free generation!
Issued by: CSI Diocese of Madras – Board for Youth Work
