**Executive Summary**
The National-Level MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026 was held on April 13, 2026, at the University of Delhi to strengthen youth engagement in governance and national policy frameworks. Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the event highlighted the central role of "Nari Shakti" (women's power) and youth participation in achieving a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India). A key future action item involves organizing a special session for youth with the Prime Minister in the coming months.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Core Objectives of MY Bharat**
* Provides a structured platform for youth to participate in national development and share ideas on policy.
* Aims to foster awareness of economic issues and promote analytical thinking through initiatives like the Budget Quest.
* Strengthens democracy by aligning young citizens with the vision of a resilient and inclusive India.
* **Focus on Nari Shakti and Leadership**
* Women’s empowerment is identified as fundamental to building a participatory and future-ready democracy.
* Emphasis was placed on resilience, leadership, and the necessity of greater participation by women in nation-building.
* **Thematic Panel Discussions**
* Expert deliberations focused on "Human Investment in Skill Development and Employment."
* Discussions addressed the "Future Economy," specifically regarding digital technology and innovation-based growth.
* **National Reach and Ministerial Engagement**
* The event connected participants across 17 venues nationwide through virtual platforms.
* Leadership emphasized that education, skills, and innovation are the primary drivers of inclusive growth for the country's trajectory.
**Impact Analysis**
**Indian Youth**
**Impact**
They are empowered with a platform to influence national policy and gain deeper insights into economic and governance frameworks.
**Action Required**
Engage actively in nation-building processes and prepare to contribute to upcoming dialogues on education, skills, and innovation.
**Women**
**Impact**
Recognized as central figures in the "Viksit Bharat" vision, with an emphasis on their role in leadership and inclusive democracy.
**Action Required**
Increase participation in participatory democratic processes and leverage platforms like MY Bharat for leadership development.
**Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports / MY Bharat**
**Impact**
Successfully facilitated a nationwide dialogue and established a framework for youth-led policy contribution.
**Action Required**
Coordinate the logistics and planning for a special interactive session between the Prime Minister and the youth in the near future.
Key Entities Referenced
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat): An autonomous government platform established to foster youth leadership and enable structured participation in governance and policy-making processes.
MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026: A national-level initiative aimed at engaging youth in economic dialogue and enhancing their understanding of budgetary and policy frameworks.
Viksit Bharat: The overarching national vision for a developed India, prioritizing inclusive growth, digital innovation, and the empowerment of women (Nari Shakti).
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The primary government ministry responsible for the implementation of youth-focused initiatives and the administration of the MY Bharat platform.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Nari Shakti is Central to Building an Inclusive and
Viksit Bharat : MoS Raksha Nikhil Khadse
Grand finale of MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026 convenes
youth, policymakers and experts in New Delhi
Posted On: 13 APR 2026 8:13PM by PIB Delhi
The National-Level MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026 was successfully organised by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY
Bharat), Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, at Shri Ram College of Commerce
(SRCC), University of Delhi.
Addressing the closing session, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports,
underscored the importance of Nari Shakti in realising the vision of Viksit Bharat. She highlighted that
women’s empowerment is fundamental to building an inclusive, participatory and future-ready democracy.
Drawing from her personal journey, she emphasized resilience, leadership and the need for greater
participation of women and youth in nation-building processes.
The Minister noted that platforms such as MY Bharat are instrumental in enabling structured youth
participation and fostering awareness of economic and policy issues. She commended the Budget Quest
initiative for promoting informed dialogue and analytical thinking among young citizens.The programme commenced with a ceremonial lighting of the lamp followed by the rendition of Vande
Mataram, setting a solemn and patriotic tone. The inaugural session was graced by Tilak Ram Gupta,
MLA, and Sanjay Goyal, MLA, in the presence of Dr. Priyanka Shukla, CEO, MY Bharat, who
highlighted the objectives of the initiative and its role in strengthening youth engagement with governance
and policy frameworks.
The event featured two thematic panel discussions on Human Investment in Skill Development and
Employmentand Future Economy – Digital Technology and Innovation-Based Economy, bringing
together distinguished academicians and experts to deliberate on critical aspects of India’s growth
trajectory.During the programme, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, connected
virtually with participants across 17 venues nationwide, acknowledging their active engagement and
encouraging them to contribute meaningfully towards the vision of Viksit Bharat. He further stated he
would make efforts to organize a special session with the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the youth in the
coming months.
After which Mr. Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, in his message highlighted the
importance of MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026 as a platform empowering youth to share ideas and
contribute to national development. He emphasized that young minds are key to shaping India’s future and
driving inclusive growth. The initiative, he noted, encourages active participation in policymaking with a
focus on education, skills, employment, and innovation. He further stated that such dialogues strengthen
democracy and align with the vision of Viksit Bharat, ensuring a participative, resilient, and forward-
looking India.The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Priyanka Shukla, followed by the National
Anthem.
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