The Youth Wing of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) organised the ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ in Mohali on 8 August 2026, bringing together young men and women from the area to promote a healthy and active lifestyle and spread awareness against drug addiction.
The marathon was organised with the broader message of encouraging Punjab’s youth to stay away from drugs and focus on fitness, exercise, health, and positive activities. A large number of young participants took part in the run, reflecting the growing emphasis on youth-led initiatives aimed at creating awareness about the importance of physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
The event also 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. Their participation provided encouragement to the young participants and highlighted the importance of involving the youth directly in social awareness campaigns.
The ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ was designed not only as a sporting activity but also as a public message against addiction. Through running and physical activity, participants encouraged their peers to choose healthier alternatives and remain engaged in constructive pursuits.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Kulwant Singh said that initiatives led by young people can play an important role in building awareness against drug abuse. He said that fitness, sports, exercise, and healthy recreational activities provide young people with positive avenues for personal development and community participation.
He appreciated the enthusiasm shown by the youth of Mohali and said that the participation of young boys and girls in such programmes sends a strong message that Punjab’s younger generation can contribute to building a healthier and drug-free society.
The marathon concluded with a renewed call for greater participation of young people in fitness and community activities. The organisers emphasised that the fight against addiction requires not only enforcement but also sustained awareness, healthy lifestyles, and active participation from communities and young people. The ‘Punjab Youth Run Marathon’ in Mohali thus combined sport and social awareness, using the enthusiasm of Punjab’s youth to promote fitness and spread the message of a life free from addiction.
