National Awards For Outstanding Services In The Field Of Prevention Of Alcoholism And Substance (Drug) Abuse: Best Panchayati Raj Or Municipal Body Working For Prevention Of Alcoholism And Substance (Drug) Abuse
This biennial national award recognizes Panchayat Raj institutions and urban local bodies (nagar panchayats, municipal councils, municipal corporations) that have done outstanding work preventing alcohol and drug abuse in their communities, including creating drug-free villages or towns. The award is given every two years on June 26th and carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000. Nominations must be submitted by authorized agencies (state governments, ministries, district collectors, etc.) via the National Awards Portal at awards.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This biennial national award recognizes Panchayat Raj institutions and urban local bodies (nagar panchayats, municipal councils, municipal corporations) that have done outstanding work preventing alcohol and drug abuse in their communities, including creating drug-free villages or towns. The award is given every two years on June 26th and carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000. Nominations must be submitted by authorized agencies (state governments, ministries, district collectors, etc.) via the National Awards Portal at awards.gov.in.
Full official description
The Scheme of "National Awards for Outstanding Services in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse" by the MoSJE, GoI shall be applicable to Institutions and Individuals working in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse. In order to recognize the efforts, and, encourage excellence in the Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drugs) Abuse and rehabilitation of its victims, awards will be presented, once in two years starting from the year 2016, for the most effective or outstanding services as individuals as well as institutions in the prevention of abuse of:
(a) Alcohol
(b) Narcotic Drugs
(c) Psychotropic Substances
(d) Other Addictive Substances (Except tobacco and its products) e.g. cough syrups, correction fluid, etc
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is the nodal Ministry for drug demand reduction. It coordinates and monitors all aspects of drug abuse prevention, including assessment of the extent of the problem, preventive action, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts, dissemination of information and public education. The Ministry provides community-based services for the identification, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts through voluntary organizations. The awards (generally one in each category) will be presented, once in two years starting from 26th June 2016, which has been declared by the United Nations, as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Benefits
- Cash award of Rs. 5,00,000 (highest in this award scheme)
- Citation and Memento
- Award presented by the President or Prime Minister of India at a ceremony in New Delhi on June 26th (International Day Against Drug Abuse)
- Travel and accommodation for the awardee and one companion fully covered by the Central Government
- 7 total awards across all categories in this scheme (one per category)
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Panchayat (village, intermediate, or district tier), Municipality (Nagar Panchayat, Municipal Council, or Municipal Corporation), Cantonment Board, or statutory urban local body
- Must have been actively working in alcohol and drug abuse prevention for at least 3 years
- Must regularly create awareness among educational institutions, women's SHGs, youth groups, and the community
- Must have adopted a policy to create alcohol or drug-free villages or towns
- Must have addressed stigma/discrimination issues and promoted treatment for affected persons
- Must have taken proactive steps to reduce availability of drugs/alcohol in the community
- Must be networked with treatment providers
- Must be nominated by an authorized agency — self-nominations not accepted
How to Apply
The agencies or persons, authorized to nominate and recommend eligible institutions or individuals, should submit the application of the nominee in the Prescribed Proforma online on the National Awards Portal, Ministry of Home Affairs.
Note: The Application should be in Hindi or English language only.
Selection of Awardees
A Screening Committee and Selection Committee shall be constituted for the purpose which shall consider the achievements of the Institutions and the Individuals nominated or recommended for the Awards by the prescribed authority and the outstanding contribution in the field shall be the primary consideration in identifying the recipients of Awards.
A National Selection Committee shall consider the recommendations of the Screening Committee and would approve the names of awardees, one for each category of the awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Times Is This Award Presented In A Year?
The awards will be presented, once in two years starting from the year 2016.
For What Achievements Is This Award Conferred?
The award is conferred for Outstanding Services in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse.
What Are The Objectives Of Presenting This Award?
The objective is to recognize the efforts, and, encourage excellence in the Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drugs) Abuse and the rehabilitation of its victims.
What Is Meant By "Other Addictive Substances"?
"Other Addictive Substances", except tobacco and its products, means cough syrups, correction fluid, etc.
Which Is The Nodal Ministry For Drug Demand Reduction?
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) is the nodal Ministry for drug demand reduction.
What Are The Duties And Responsibilities Of The MoSJE As The Nodal Ministry?
MoSJE coordinates and monitors all aspects of drug abuse prevention, including assessment of the extent of the problem, preventive action, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts, dissemination of information and public education. The Ministry provides community-based services for the identification, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts through voluntary organizations.
Which Day Is Declared As The "International Day Against Drug Abuse And Illicit Trafficking" By The United Nations?
The awards (generally one in each category) will be presented, once in two years starting from 26th June 2016, which has been declared by the United Nations, as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Where Can I Find The PDF Of The Scheme Guidelines?
The PDF of the Scheme Guidelines can be found at - https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/NA636078226610282667.pdf
Where Can I Find The PDF Of The User Manual Of The Application Process?
The PDF of the User Manual of the Application Process can be found at - https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/41041651831143.pdf
Who Can Become A Nominee For This Award?
The awards are open to all Indian Institutions, Organizations and Individuals.
Is There Any Preference/Priority Given To A Particular Section Of Society?
The awards are open to all without any distinction or discrimination on grounds of religion, race, sex, caste or creed.
Can An Entity Self-Nominate Itself For This Award?
No, the Self-nominations for the Awards shall not be considered.
Can The Nominee Put Forward The Nomination By Itself?
It would be necessary that the nominee is recommended in writing by someone authorized to recommend the nominations.
When Can An Individual Be Considered Again For The National Award Under This Scheme If He/She Has Been Awarded Once?
No individual or organization who has been awarded should be considered for the National Award under this Scheme for the next three awards.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- > **For Individuals**
- Identity Proof (Passport/Election ID Card/Govt. Authorized ID Card/Driving License/Pan Card)
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Proof of Educational Qualifications or Credentials (Passing Certificate, Marksheet)
- Professional Experience (posts or positions held in relation to the field of alcohol or drug use) indicating the nature of the posts or positions held- government, non-government, a voluntary, corporate or private firm and also if it was an honorary or paid position)
- Publications/books/articles etc
- Proof of notable contribution
- Proof Awards/Honors received (details of felicitation by any other agency in the past, i.e. name of the agency or organization which conferred the award/recognition, year and the programme or activities or achievement)
- Contribution & outstanding achievements in the Drug De-Addiction field (details of work done in terms of awareness generation, prevention, treatment, training, publication, research or advocacy and area of work including years of work, the district or State where worked)
- > **For Institutes/Organizations**
- Certificate of Registration, Memorandum of Association (as voluntary or a nonprofit organization or public sector company or private sector company)
- Proof of Category of Organisation (viz. IRCA or RRTC or NGO or PSU or private sector company)
- Proof of Address (for communication)
- Minutes of the General Body Meeting held during the last five years
- Annual Report for the last five years
- Balance Sheet (Audited Annual Accounts) for the last five years
- Copies of publications/books/articles etc
- Copies of Honours received including the felicitation by any other agency in the past (award or recognition, year and the programme / activities / achievement)
- Any other reports or documents which highlight the contribution & outstanding achievements in Drug De-Addiction/Treatment
- Proof reg. the projects in the field of alcohol and drug use undertaken in the past 10 years with financial support from other agencies