MY BHARAT PUNE ORGANISES VIKSIT BHARAT YUVA SAMVAD ON “KNOW YOUR VOTE” AT ABASAHEB GARWARE COLLEGE

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports MY BHARAT PUNE ORGANISES VIKSIT BHARAT YUVA SAMVAD ON “KNOW YOUR VOTE” AT ABASAHEB GARWARE COLLEGE

Posted On: 05 NOV 2026 3:55PM by PIB Mumbai Mera Yuva Bharat, Pune, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised Yuva Samvaad on the theme " Know Your Vote" at Abasaheb Garware College, on 30 Oct 2026. The programme aimed to create awareness among young people about the importance of voting, electoral participation and their role in strengthening the democratic process. Over 150 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 Miss Shrushti Jagtap, Youth Icon, whose presence brought together perspectives on public leadership, and youth aspirations.While addressing the youth at Abasaheb Garware College, Ashish Shete, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, Pune, emphasised the importance of youth participation in nation-building and encouraged students to contribute actively towards the vision of Viksit Bharat. The key highlight of the programme was an interactive dialogue between students and Miss Shrushti Jagtap, Youth Icon, which provided an engaging platform for young participants to share their views, raise questions, and discuss their role in shaping India's future.

Participants asked questions and shared their perspectives on youth participation in governance, civic responsibility and the role of first-time voters.

Responding to the students, Miss Shrushti Jagtap, Youth Icon encouraged young people to exercise their democratic rights responsibly, remain informed about public affairs, and actively contribute to nation-building.The programme concluded with the Loktantrik Pledge, through which participants reaffirmed their commitment to democratic values, informed participation and responsible citizenship. THE event ended with vote of thanks by Dr Vilas Ugale, Principal of the institution. By bringing young people closer to democratic institutions, Yuva Samvaad seeks to create a generation that is not merely aware of the nation’s progress but actively contributes to it. The initiative places 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.

*** Harshal Akude | Madhura Nerurkar

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