Mohali: The Youth Wing of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) organised the ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ in Mohali on 8 August 2026, bringing together young participants to promote fitness, healthy living and awareness against drug addiction.
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The event focused on encouraging Punjab’s youth to adopt an active lifestyle and stay away from substance abuse. Participants took part in the run with messages promoting exercise, discipline, physical well-being and constructive activities.
Youth Participation Highlights Anti-Drug Message
A large number of young men and women participated in the marathon, turning the sporting event into a platform for public awareness. The organisers emphasised that encouraging young people to remain connected with sports and fitness can provide positive alternatives to harmful habits.
The event also sought to highlight the role of youth in addressing social issues. By participating in a public fitness activity, young people were encouraged to become ambassadors for healthier lifestyles and spread awareness about the importance of staying away from drugs.
AAP Leaders Join Punjab Youth Run in Mohali
The marathon witnessed the participation of senior AAP leaders, including MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer and MP Malwinder Singh Kang, along with other party leaders and workers.
The presence of senior leaders encouraged the participants and highlighted the importance of involving young people in public awareness programmes. The event provided an opportunity for political representatives and youth participants to come together around a common social message.
Fitness Used as a Tool Against Addiction
The ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ was organised as more than just a sporting activity. The event used running and physical exercise to communicate the message that young people can choose healthier and more productive ways to spend their time.
Regular participation in sports can encourage discipline, improve physical fitness and create opportunities for social interaction. Organisers stressed that such activities can help build positive habits and strengthen youth engagement in community initiatives.
MLA Kulwant Singh Encourages Youth Participation
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Kulwant Singh said that youth-led initiatives can make an important contribution to awareness efforts against drug abuse. He emphasised the role of sports, exercise, fitness and healthy recreational activities in giving young people constructive avenues for personal growth.
He appreciated the enthusiasm shown by the youth of Mohali and said that the active participation of young men and women in such programmes sends a positive message about the role the younger generation can play in building a healthier society.
Call for Continued Community Engagement
The organisers stressed that addressing addiction requires sustained efforts from government agencies, families, educational institutions, community organisations and young people themselves. Awareness campaigns can complement enforcement measures by encouraging healthier choices and keeping the issue in public discussion.
They also called for greater participation in sports and fitness activities, particularly among young people. Such programmes can help create a stronger community environment where youth have access to positive activities and opportunities.
Mohali Youth Run Promotes Health and Positive Choices
The marathon concluded with a renewed emphasis on fitness, community participation and the need for young people to stay away from addiction. Participants used the event to communicate a simple message: choosing sports, exercise and productive activities can contribute to a healthier future.
The ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ in Mohali combined physical activity with social awareness, giving young people a platform to participate in the wider conversation around drug prevention. The event also highlighted the potential of youth-led initiatives to promote healthier lifestyles and encourage positive community engagement across Punjab.
