Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, called upon India’s youth to embrace collective responsibility, discipline, and purpose-driven leadership while addressing participants at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026. The interaction, held at Bharat Mandapam, showcased the government’s commitment to placing young voices at the heart of India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation.
Youth–Policy Engagement Takes Centre Stage at Bharat Mandapam
As part of the pre-event proceedings of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan interacted with selected young leaders during the Track-wise Presentations before the Panel of Hon’ble Union Ministers. The session created a structured platform for meaningful dialogue between senior policymakers and outstanding youth representatives from across the country.
The engagement marked an important milestone in the Dialogue process, reinforcing the government’s vision of institutionalising youth participation in governance and national development.
Young Leaders Present Ideas on Sustainability, Agriculture and Innovation
During the interaction, participants presented their ideas, policy perspectives, and grassroots innovations across key thematic areas, including:
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Building a Sustainable and Green Viksit Bharat
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Enhancing Productivity through Smart and Sustainable Agriculture
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Innovation with Tradition: Building a Modern Bharat
The presentations highlighted the diversity, creativity, and problem-solving capacity of India’s youth, reflecting alignment with national priorities such as inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and technological advancement.
Minister Emphasises Purposeful Living and Collective Responsibility
Addressing the young leaders, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan underscored that nation-building is a collective responsibility, not an individual pursuit. Drawing from India’s civilisational ethos, he remarked that life finds true meaning when dedicated to the service of society and the nation.
He encouraged participants to:
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Set large and ambitious goals
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Cultivate discipline, dedication, and focus
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Build inner strength and resilience as future leaders
The Union Minister also acknowledged the guiding vision of the Prime Minister in creating platforms that enable authentic and meaningful youth engagement in shaping India’s future.
MY Bharat Platform Strengthens Youth Participation in Governance
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 is being organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports through the MY Bharat platform. The initiative aims to create a structured ecosystem where young citizens can actively contribute to policy discourse, governance innovation, and national transformation.
The successful conduct of the interaction at Bharat Mandapam reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to recognising youth as key stakeholders in the journey towards a developed India.
Conclusion
The interaction led by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 highlighted the growing role of youth in shaping India’s developmental trajectory. By providing a platform for dialogue, ideas, and collaboration between policymakers and young changemakers, the initiative strengthens the foundation for a more inclusive, participative, and future-ready India.
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Source: PIB
