In response to overwhelming enthusiasm and response from young participants across the country, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has announced the extension of the deadline for the ongoing Viksit Bharat Quiz Challenge till 10^th December, 2024. The youth can visit MY Bharat Platform (www.mybharat.gov.in) to participate in the quiz.

At a press conference on 18^th November, 2024, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, announced a transformative reimagining of the National Youth Festival-2025 into the "Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue" and invited youth to participate in the Viksit Bharat Quiz Challenge. He emphasized that this initiative reflects the Prime Minister's vision of fostering greater youth participation in shaping India's future.

The Viksit Bharat Quiz Challenge is open to all youth (aged 15-29 years) passionate about sharing their ideas for a Viksit Bharat. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports encourages the youth of India to take part in this incredible opportunity and make their voice heard. The winning participants will present their vision and ideas for Viksit Bharat to the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on 11th-12th January, 2025.

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Himanshu Pathak