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Empowering Young Voices: A Life Coach’s Reflections on an Inspiring CAT Session on OTT and Tobacco Depiction


As a Life Coach and advocate for youth well-being, it was a privilege to join an energizing and insightful session organized by the brilliant CATs (Community Action Teams) of the Nada Young India Network for Good health 

While the topic at hand—the depiction of tobacco use on OTT platforms—was serious and deeply relevant, the energy, passion, and preparation of each young speaker turned the session into a celebration of awareness, advocacy, and action.

A special shout-out to Hiral, our Good Health Champion, who began her journey with Nada India back in Class 9. Today, she continues to lead from the front, coordinating healthy campus efforts in Faridabad with dedication and heart. Watching her evolution is both inspiring and affirming of the long-term impact youth-led initiatives can have when nurtured with care.

And then, there were the real stars of the day—our CATs (Community Action Team), who brought not only their intellect but also their soul to this session:

🌟 Darshika – Initiated the session with poise and clarity, setting the tone beautifully.
🌟 Bhavya – Delivered a powerful presentation, blending visual and verbal impact seamlessly.
🌟 Bhoomika – Presented key statistics with fluency and confidence.
🌟 Arhaan – Shared knowledgeable insights with precision.
🌟 Aryamann – Remarkably concise and comprehensive in coverage.
🌟 Hriday – Spoke with a rhythmic flow that made the content engaging and digestible.
🌟 Savya – Highlighted real-life government initiatives like Sankalp in Haryana—powerful!
🌟 Rhythm – Managed time and content wonderfully, ensuring nothing was missed.
🌟 Kanan – Delivered with presence and control, a model of structured expression.
🌟 Prisha – Confidently spotlighted Nada India’s work in Haryana.
🌟 Khwaish – Offered meaningful insights across all key discussion points.
🌟 Lavanya, Kartik, and Shaurya – Came prepared and performed with great spirit and purpose.

I was genuinely thrilled by the level of research and commitment shown. Nearly everyone cited statistics, drew from recent developments, and reflected on practical realities with sensitivity and strength. It was heartening to see how these young advocates are shaping public discourse, especially around media influence and public health.

Nada India has always believed in empowering young people over merely addressing risk behaviours. This session was a true reflection of that vision in action. Thank you to each CAT and VAP for reminding us why youth-led advocacy is not just necessary—it's unstoppable.

Let’s keep the momentum going. Let’s continue creating healthy campuses, raising informed voices, and shaping a world free from the glamourisation of harmful behaviours.

Well done, CATs! You all are truly amazing. 🌟🌟✨✨🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️👏👏

With gratitude and excitement,
Suneel Vatsyayan
Life Coach

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