MISSON SAMBHAV
A War on Drugs.
A Promise of Hope.
Fighting addiction. Rebuilding lives. Transforming communities.
Mission Sambhav is HVT Foundation’s courageous movement to fight drug abuse in the Himalayas – led by our co-founder Panki Sood, who brings not just leadership but lived experience, compassion, and unwavering purpose.
Panki Sood
Co-Founder & Project Leader
Led by Panki Sood
Born in the mountains and shaped by their challenges, Panki Sood has walked the journey from addiction to recovery himself. He has openly shared his past with drug abuse, undergone rehabilitation, and dedicated his life to helping others rebuild theirs.
Today, he is a mountaineer, tourism professional, TEDx speaker, and a mentor to countless young people in the Himalayas.
His story gives Mission Sambhav its soul: Real experience. Real empathy. Real change.
What Sambhav Stands For
Sambhav means possible – and this project stands on the belief that recovery, dignity, and a new life are possible for every young person.
Awareness & Education
Conducting comprehensive awareness programs in schools and villages across the Himalayan region to prevent drug abuse before it starts.
Peer Counselling & Support
Creating safe spaces and support circles where young people can share their struggles and find understanding without judgment.
De-addiction & Rehabilitation
Providing guidance and connecting individuals with professional rehabilitation services and recovery pathways.
Skill-building & Employment
Offering training and meaningful livelihood opportunities through tourism and community projects to build sustainable futures.
Community Networks
Building stronger community support systems that replace stigma with compassion and isolation with connection.
Long-term Support
Ensuring sustained assistance and mentorship for individuals throughout their recovery journey and beyond.
How We Work
With Panki’s leadership, our volunteers, partners, and local communities come together to create lasting change
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Workshops & Campaigns
Conducting interactive workshops and anti-drug campaigns in schools, colleges, and community centers throughout the region.
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Youth Support
Providing direct support, counseling, and mentorship to young people who are struggling with addiction.
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Training & Opportunities
Offering skill development programs and creating meaningful livelihood opportunities in tourism and other sectors.
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Ecosystem Building
Building a comprehensive, long-term ecosystem of healing, prevention, and support across the Himalayan region.
50+
Schools Reached
2,000+
Youth Impacted
25+
Villages Covered
100+
Lives Transformed
Why It Matters ?
Drug addiction in the Himalayas is not just an individual crisis – it is a community wound. Mission Sambhav is our commitment to healing that wound with empathy, action, and unity.
Our Work in Action
Witness the impact we’re creating across Himalayan communities!
Be a Part of the Mission
You can stand with us, support our youth, and strengthen our fight against drugs. Your contribution directly funds awareness programs, rehabilitation support, skill training, and creates hope for young lives across the Himalayas.
Donate NowTogether, we make recovery possible.
All donations are tax-exempt under Section 80G. Your support creates lasting change.