In Haryana's Nuh, young men smash 55 phones to mark exit from addiction
Young men in Haryana's Nuh publicly smashed 55 mobile phones and pledged to leave crime and addiction behind. Police and villagers said the step showed reform is possible through support and lawful opportunities.
In a powerful display of redemption, a group of young men from Haryana's Nuh district publicly smashed 55 mobile phones and pledged to leave crime behind for good.
The unusual scene, captured in Sukhpuri village under the Nagina police station area, has since drawn attention for its message of reform and second chances.
The initiative was undertaken by local youths who decided to cut ties with their past involvement in criminal activities and embrace a law-abiding life. As villagers watched, the young men broke the mobile phones they had allegedly used in activities linked to crime, symbolically severing their connection with their former ways.
The move comes shortly after Nuh Superintendent of Police Dr Arpit Jain launched a special awareness campaign encouraging individuals involved in criminal activities to abandon crime and return to mainstream society. Inspired by the campaign, the youths chose to make a public commitment to change.
During the programme, they vowed to stay away from unlawful activities, earn an honest living, and contribute positively to society.
The event was attended by Deputy Superintendent of Police Abhishek Khatkad and Nagina SHO Sachin Kumar, who praised the young men for taking the difficult but important step towards reform.
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The officers stressed that policing is not only about taking action against offenders but also about helping those who genuinely wish to rebuild their lives. They assured support to anyone willing to leave crime behind and start afresh.
The initiative also received strong backing from the village community. According to local leaders, residents encouraged the youths to focus on education, employment, and constructive social work instead of returning to old habits. The village sarpanch noted that the collective support of the community played a key role in making the campaign successful.
For many in the region, the image of dozens of mobile phones being smashed was about far more than broken devices. It represented a conscious decision to walk away from a troubled past and choose a different future.
At a time when stories of crime often dominate headlines, Sukhpuri's young men offered a rare and hopeful reminder that change is possible when communities, authorities, and individuals work together.
In a powerful display of redemption, a group of young men from Haryana's Nuh district publicly smashed 55 mobile phones and pledged to leave crime behind for good.
The unusual scene, captured in Sukhpuri village under the Nagina police station area, has since drawn attention for its message of reform and second chances.
The initiative was undertaken by local youths who decided to cut ties with their past involvement in criminal activities and embrace a law-abiding life. As villagers watched, the young men broke the mobile phones they had allegedly used in activities linked to crime, symbolically severing their connection with their former ways.
The move comes shortly after Nuh Superintendent of Police Dr Arpit Jain launched a special awareness campaign encouraging individuals involved in criminal activities to abandon crime and return to mainstream society. Inspired by the campaign, the youths chose to make a public commitment to change.
During the programme, they vowed to stay away from unlawful activities, earn an honest living, and contribute positively to society.
The event was attended by Deputy Superintendent of Police Abhishek Khatkad and Nagina SHO Sachin Kumar, who praised the young men for taking the difficult but important step towards reform.
Watch the video here:
The officers stressed that policing is not only about taking action against offenders but also about helping those who genuinely wish to rebuild their lives. They assured support to anyone willing to leave crime behind and start afresh.
The initiative also received strong backing from the village community. According to local leaders, residents encouraged the youths to focus on education, employment, and constructive social work instead of returning to old habits. The village sarpanch noted that the collective support of the community played a key role in making the campaign successful.
For many in the region, the image of dozens of mobile phones being smashed was about far more than broken devices. It represented a conscious decision to walk away from a troubled past and choose a different future.
At a time when stories of crime often dominate headlines, Sukhpuri's young men offered a rare and hopeful reminder that change is possible when communities, authorities, and individuals work together.
