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In the picturesque town of Dharamshala, nestled in the Himalayan foothills, Nada India Team encountered a cab driver with a story that unraveled the complex relationship between affordability, individual choices, and the potential impact of health taxes on tobacco consumption. Cab Driver's Profile: In 1995, this cab driver embarked on his journey as a taxi driver, and with it began his journey with tobacco. Starting with cigarettes, he later transitioned to bidis, driven by economic considerations. Currently, he smokes four to five bidis or cigarettes daily, spending approximately Rs.40-50 on his smoking habit. Financial Impact: The cab driver's narrative sheds light on the direct correlation between the cost of tobacco and his consumption habits. The affordability factor plays a pivotal role in shaping his choices. If tobacco prices were to decrease, he expressed the intention to smoke more. Conversely, a rise in prices would compel him to either switch entirely to bidis or ...

The call to action extends to the imperative need for strengthening tobacco control laws, such as the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA). These laws must not only be robust but also inclusive, specifically designed to shield children from the insidious marketing tactics employed by the tobacco industry. Ayesha's words echo the sentiment that children deserve a safe environment, free from the influence of harmful substances. In the relentless fight against substance abuse, particularly concerning children, the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act emerges as a crucial ally. As we navigate the intricate challenges posed by tobacco products and drug use, our attention is drawn to the transformative role played by dedicated members of the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) hailing from Telangana, Odisha, and Uttarakhand. Currently undergoing training at the National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD) in Delhi, these individuals stand at the forefront of safegua...

Your comments and contributions are invaluable in furthering our understanding of the intricate relationship between social work and spirituality in India. We believe that by fostering an open and inclusive dialogue, we can enrich our collective knowledge and explore new avenues for enhancing the field of social work. Please feel free to share your thoughts, questions, and insights on this subject, as we embark on this collaborative journey of discovery and growth.  vsuneel@gmail.com  Suneel Vatsyayan Recently, I had the privilege of participating in the 11th Indian Social Work Congress held in Hyderabad. I was honored to serve as a facilitator for a workshop on "Social Work and Spirituality." conducted by Dr.Suresh Pathere. This workshop delved into the intricate relationship between social work and spirituality, dissecting its philosophical aspects. In this blog post, I aim to share the salient points from our discussion, particularly focusing on whether professional soci...

The Editor, Indian Express, Dear Sir,   I am writing in response to the published article on 25th August 2023 discussing the placement of anti-tobacco messages on Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms. While the article raised some important points, I believe there are aspects that warrant further consideration. Undoubtedly, tobacco's highly addictive nature demands stringent regulation, as highlighted by the The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC).  The author's perspective, suggesting tobacco as an ordinary commodity, could inadvertently seem aligned with the interests of the OTT and tobacco industries. However, we must acknowledge that the costs borne by consumers in terms of disease, premature death, environmental degradation, and soil erosion are far from ordinary. The article's emphasis on the extensive man-hours required to include anti-tobacco messages on these platforms underscores the urgency of addressing tobacco-related issues. The industry's fail...

Nada India is striving to run green and healthy campus campaign in local universities and colleges with the help of young people for change.  Mangal Singh and Sunny Kumar are not only leading the charge but also mentoring and training thousand of young individuals like Rita Thakur. Through their efforts, these youth champions are rallying against tobacco by advocating for stronger tobacco control laws in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana Shimla: The Nada India Foundation’s brand ambassador Rita Thakur who is a student of MA Social Works at Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) Shimla will represent India at the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids Regional Asia Youth Ambassador Summit  from August 28 to September 1 to be held in Bangkok. This five day long summit will be represented by youth across Asia who will be deliberating upon the social and economical challenges posed by tobacco and the way out to curb this threatening danger in future. Convenor of Nada India Foundation and...

Watch this important discussion on World Drug Day as part of the Think Change Forum’s ongoing consultation programme on “Ideas for an Addiction Free India”. #TobaccoFreeYouth #worlddrugday Panelists: 1. Mr Suneel Vatsyayan - Chairperson - Nada India Foundation 2. Dr Pallavi Rao Chaturvedi Parenting Coach, educator, author and founder of Get Set Parent 3. Mr Kalyan Chatterjee - Educationist & Author 4. Mr Nalini Ranjan Mohanty -Director, Jagran Institute of Management & Mass Communication 5. Dr Sudheendra Huddar - Senior Consultant Psychiatrist - TeleMANAS, Dharwad Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences 6. Ms Anju Krish - Founder &CEO UnTaboo -: A Safety & Sex Ed Company Moderator - Mr Gaurav Chaudhary - Co Founder and CEO Earshot Media Courtesy: Think Change Forum

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Showcasing the goodwill of Nada Young India Network for Good Health under the mentorship of Nada India Foundation t o create a healthier Tobacco free India! The video celebrates the motivation of volunteers as change makers and catalysts promoting a healthier active lifestyle and supporting the government to reduce tobacco use among minors and adolescents ! #NadaIndiaFoundation #NYIN #youth4tobaccofreeindia #tobaccofreeindia

UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur Chhattisgarh organised a  Refresher Course on Law, Society and Social Change  in the online mode on 19th January 2021. Mr. Suneel Vatsyayan Chairperson, Nada India was invited  by Prof.  to speak on the topic of Youth led Engagement for Wellbeing. He introduced the concept of healthy Campus for wellbeing of students and faculty. It was attended by professors of various Universities.                                               The session was facilitated by  Dr. Atul Pratap Singh   Assistant Professor (Senior Scale), Department of Social Work & Coordinator, IQAC; Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College (University of Delhi), Delhi.  Nada India has been