New Delhi, Jan 11: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya officially opened the Viksit Bharat Young Leader’s Dialogue alongside the National Youth Festival on Saturday.
Taking place at Bharat Mandapam, the event gathers more than 3,000 young leaders from across India for thematic discussions and various creative competitions.
Among those present were Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, ISRO Chief S. Somanath, and journalist Palki Sharma Upadhyay.
During his speech, Mandaviya emphasized the crucial contribution of youth in determining India’s future.
“This event is organized by the youth and is intended for the youth,” he stated, calling on attendees to engage actively in the country’s development.
A key feature of the festival will be the opportunity for selected youth leaders to engage with the Prime Minister on January 12, the final day of the event. Out of the 3,000 participants, 20 outstanding young leaders will meet with the Prime Minister over lunch to share their innovative ideas on topics such as women’s empowerment and other significant challenges.
Mandaviya encouraged the youth to seize this chance, saying, “When the 20 of you meet the PM tomorrow to present your vision for Viksit Bharat, you will also seek his support and commitment to realize this dream together.”
The National Youth Festival 2025 celebrates the vigor, innovation, and aspirations of India’s youth, promoting leadership and creative solutions for a better future. (PTI)
