Date: 2026-06-16Category: Press ReleaseState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
The National Level of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 begins with ideas and perspectives of selected young representatives on the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047
**Executive Summary**
The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 was held in New Delhi from June 15–17, 2026, to engage India’s youth in the vision of "Viksit Bharat@2047." Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the event brought together representatives from 757 universities to deliberate on governance and national development. Key objectives included channeling the energy of "Gen Z" toward nation-building and preparing 100,000 young leaders from diverse backgrounds.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Event Overview and Leadership**
* The national-level event was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.
* The initiative is led by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment.
* The gathering included top-performing delegates from all States and Union Territories, representing 757 universities and institutions.
**Strategic Vision: Viksit Bharat@2047**
* The vision, envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims for a developed India by 2047, marking 100 years of independence.
* The goal is a "shared national resolution" involving 140 crore Indians, with the youth identified as the primary force for transformation.
* Nearly 65% of India’s population is under the age of 35, representing a significant demographic dividend.
**Youth Engagement and Leadership Development**
* The Ministry is responsible for preparing 100,000 young leaders from diverse backgrounds, including tribal communities, coastal regions, and the North-East.
* The Youth Parliament provides hands-on exposure to democratic processes, policy deliberation, and parliamentary functioning.
* Platform initiatives under "MY Bharat" include the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, Vibrant Village Programme, Viksit Bharat Budget Quiz, and Yuva Connect.
**Impact Analysis**
**Indian Youth (Gen Z)**
**Impact**
They are identified as the "strongest force" and the "solution" to national challenges, gaining a platform to influence science, technology, and innovation.
**Action Required**
Actively participate in democratic processes, contribute innovative ideas for nation-building, and engage in experiential learning and community service.
**Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports**
**Impact**
The Ministry is the lead organizing body tasked with bridging the gap between youth energy and formal governance.
**Action Required**
Prepare 100,000 diverse youth leaders and continue implementing engagement programs like MY Bharat to deepen youth involvement in policy.
**Universities and Educational Institutions**
**Impact**
They serve as the hubs for selecting and fostering the young representatives who participate in national dialogues.
**Action Required**
Support the rigorous selection process and provide students with the necessary environment to develop leadership potential and innovative thinking.
Key Entities Referenced
Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026: A national initiative designed to engage youth in democratic processes, governance, and policy deliberation to contribute to the nation's progress.
Viksit Bharat@2047: A strategic vision and policy objective of the Government of India to transform the country into a developed nation by its centenary of independence.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The primary government department responsible for organizing the Youth Parliament and overseeing initiatives related to youth development and leadership.
MY Bharat: An institutional platform hosting various youth-led initiatives such as the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue and experiential learning programs.
Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi: The central location where the national level of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 was inaugurated and held.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
The National Level of the Viksit Bharat Youth
Parliament 2026 begins with ideas and
perspectives of selected young representatives
on the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047
“The youth of India is proving to be the greatest force in
realizing the goal of Viksit Bharat”: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri
Om Birla
“Gen Z means passion and enthusiasm; its ideas and energy
must be channeled towards nation-building”: Union Minister
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
प्रव तथ: 16 JUN 2026 2:29PM by PIB Delhi
The National Level of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 was inaugurated by the Lok Sabha
Speaker Shri Om Birla at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. The event is being organised, under the
leadership of the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr Mansukh
Mandaviya who also graced the occasion along with the Secretary of Department of Youth Affairs,
Pallavi Jain Govil. The event brought together young representatives selected from 757 universities and
institutions across India, who presented their ideas and perspectives on the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.The Lok Sabha Speaker Sh. Om Birla called upon the youth of the country to play a leading role in
realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Addressing the gathering, Shri Birla described India’s youth
as aspirational, ambitious and driven by big dreams. “The youth of India are the greatest force behind the
future of a developed nation,” he said, adding that their determination, innovative thinking and leadership
potential would be instrumental in shaping the India of 2047. “Over the coming years, India’s youth will
lead the world in science, technology, research and innovation. Today, the entire world looks at India’s
youth as a symbol of hope, confidence and future possibilities,” he said. Emphasizing the collective nature
of the Viksit Bharat vision, the Speaker stated that the dream of a developed India is not the aspiration of
any one individual, institution or government. “The dream of Viksit Bharat is a shared national resolution
of 140 crore Indians,” he said. He further remarked that the responsibility of achieving this goal by 2047
rests largely on the shoulders of today’s youth. “The energy, innovation, courage and determination of our
youth will be the strongest force in transforming the dream of a developed India into reality,” he added.
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya also addressed the participants and
outlined the transformative role of youth in nation-building. Welcoming the delegates, he said that the
participants had earned their place through a rigorous selection process and were fortunate to have the
opportunity to present their views before the Hon’ble Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
Unmatched energy, one vision: Viksit Bharat! A spectacular display of our
incredible Yuva Shakti.
📍Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026, New Delhi pic.twitter.com/Rv1q5oH1NC
— Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) June 16, 2026
Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat, Dr. Mandaviya said, that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
envisioned a developed India by 2047, when the nation will celebrate 100 years of Independence. He
urged the youth to actively contribute towards realizing this national goal. Highlighting India’s
demographic strength, he stated, “This demographic dividend is our strength and our power. The youth are
not only our future; they are also the solution.”
The Minister noted that nearly 65 per cent of India’s population is below the age of 35 and emphasized
that if young people take a collective resolve, they can find solutions to every challenge facing the nation.Dr. Mandaviya further stated that the Prime Minister has consistently placed his faith in the capabilities of
India’s youth and has called for the preparation of one lakh young leaders from diverse backgrounds,
including tribal communities, coastal regions and the North-East. “The Prime Minister has said that one
lakh such youth leaders must be prepared to contribute to nation-building. The Ministry of Youth Affairs
has taken up this responsibility,” he said.
Dr. Mandaviya also highlighted the growing impact of youth-led initiatives under MY Bharat, including
the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, Vibrant Village Programme, Viksit Bharat Budget Quiz, Yuva
Connect and experiential learning programmes, which encourage young people to actively engage with
governance, community service and nation-building.
Describing the spirit of Gen Z, he remarked that, “the energy, passion and ideas of young people must be
channelled towards building a Viksit Bharat.” He also emphasized that platforms such as the Youth
Parliament provide future leaders with opportunities to learn, debate, engage and contribute meaningfully
to the nation’s progress.
Among those who also present on the occasion were Secretary-General, Lok Sabha, Shri Utpal Kumar
Singh and Additional Secretary (Youth Affairs) , Shri Nitesh Mishra among other senior officials of the
Ministry.
The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 is being organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in
New Delhi from 15–17 June 2026. Designed to deepen youth engagement with democratic processes and
provide hands-on exposure to governance, policy deliberation and parliamentary functioning.
The National level has brought together top-performing youth delegates from all States and Union
Territories to deliberate on issues of national importance and contribute to the vision of Viksit
Bharat@2047.
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