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07 NOV 2026 9:16PM by PIB Kolkata
Kolkata, November 7, 2026
Mera Yuva Bharat, Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman, under the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised Yuva Samvaad at Durgapur on Thursday (November5, 2026). The programme brought young citizens and youth icon together on a common platform to promote democratic awareness, encourage informed participation and highlight the role of youth in nation-building. Over 200 students and young citizens took part in the programme held as part of the nationwide Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvaad initiative, being organised across 500 universities, colleges and institutions from 26th October to 5th November 2026.
The programme was graced by Shri Sandip Hazra, Principal, The New Horizons Institute of Technology as Chief Guest. It was also attended by Yashika Sharma, Youth Icon, whose presence brought together perspectives on public leadership, sporting excellence and youth aspirations.
While addressing the Yuva, Shri Hazra said, the importance of democratic values, civic responsibility and active youth participation in shaping the nation’s future. He encouraged young citizens to remain informed, engaged and responsible contributors to the democratic process.
The key highlight of the programme was an interactive dialogue between students and Yashika Sharma, Youth Icon. Participants enthusiastically asked questions and shared their perspectives on themes including youth participation in governance, civic responsibility and the role of first-time voters. The interaction provided a valuable platform for young people to exchange ideas, gain insights and deepen their understanding for democratic processes. Highlighting the objective of the programme, the Deputy Director, Smt Priyanka Ghosh stated that by bringing young people closer to democratic institutions, Yuva Samvad seeks to create a generation that is not merely aware of the nation’s progress but actively contributes to it. The initiative placed Yuva Shakti at the heart of nation-building, encouraging young citizens to turn their ideas, aspirations and sense of responsibility into meaningful contributions towards Viksit Bharat@2047.
The programme concluded with the Loktantrik Pledge, through which participants reaffirmed their commitment to democratic values, informed participation and responsible citizenship.The event concluded with the vote of thanks by Shri Sanjay Kumar Rakshit, Vice Principal, The New Horizons Institute of Technology.
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