**Executive Summary**
The first seven-day Vande Mataram Camp, organized by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is being held at Brainware University from June 24th to 30th, 2026. The camp commemorates the 150th anniversary of the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’ and aims to foster national integration among 150 youth from six States and Union Territories. Key activities include leadership development, cultural exchanges, and sessions on constitutional values.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Event Overview**
* **Purpose:** To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the National Song ‘Vande Mataram,’ composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.
* **Theme:** The initiative is centered on the theme “One Song, One Spirit, One Nation.”
* **Objectives:** To promote patriotism, strengthen the spirit of "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat," and encourage a deeper appreciation of India’s constitutional values and cultural heritage.
**Participation and Representation**
* **Demographics:** 150 young participants are attending from Gujarat, Meghalaya, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
* **Inaugural Dignitaries:** The event was attended by the Vice Chancellor of Brainware University, the State and Deputy Directors of MY Bharat, and other university officials.
**Program Activities**
* **Educational Sessions:** Participants will engage in workshops covering civic values, the historical significance of ‘Vande Mataram,’ and youth leadership development.
* **Cultural Exchange:** The program includes performances showcasing regional traditions to reflect India's unity in diversity.
* **Engagement:** The schedule includes orientation sessions, interactions among delegates, and discussions on issues specifically concerning youth.
**Impact Analysis**
**Youth Participants**
**Impact**
Participants gain exposure to the cultural diversity of India, fostering cross-cultural understanding and national unity. They receive training in leadership and nation-building while learning about constitutional and civic values.
**Action Required**
Participate in week-long orientation, cultural exchange performances, and educational sessions scheduled until June 30th.
**Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) / Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports**
**Impact**
The organization fulfills its mandate to foster national integration and patriotism among the youth through the "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat" initiative.
**Action Required**
Manage and oversee the camp proceedings and facilitate interactions between delegates from different States and Union Territories.
**Brainware University**
**Impact**
As the host institution, the university provides the platform for national-level youth engagement and enhances its institutional role in social and cultural development.
**Action Required**
Provide venue support and coordinate through the NSS Unit for ceremonial renditions and logistical support during the camp.
Key Entities Referenced
Vande Mataram Camp: A seven-day national youth camp organized to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the National Song and foster national integration and patriotism.
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat): The primary organizing initiative and platform under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports focused on youth leadership and nation-building.
Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: A central government initiative aimed at strengthening cultural ties and promoting mutual understanding between people of different Indian states and union territories.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The primary central ministry responsible for the oversight, funding, and implementation of the camp and associated youth development programs.
Brainware University, West Bengal: The host institution and central location in Barasat, Kolkata, serving as the venue for the national-level youth engagement activities.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Vande Mataram Camp Commence at Brainware
University, West Bengal
150 Youth from Six States and Union Territories Participate in
Week-long Camp Celebrating 150 Years of ‘Vande Mataram’
Posted On: 24 JUN 2026 9:50PM by PIB Delhi
The first seven-day Vande Mataram Camp , organised by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), West Bengal
and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government
of India, commenced today at Brainware University, Barasat, Kolkata, West Bengal. The camp is being
organised from 24th to 30th June 2026 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the National Song
‘Vande Mataram’, composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Prof. (Dr.) Sankar Gangopadhyay, Vice Chancellor, Brainware
University; Shri Deb Kumar Chatterjee, State Director, Mera Yuva Bharat, West Bengal and Andaman &
Nicobar Islands; Smt. Rizwi Sahnaz Rahman, Deputy Director, Mera Yuva Bharat, West Bengal and
Andaman & Nicobar Islands; Shri Anup Kumar Maiti, Dean of Students’ Welfare, Brainware University;
and Shri Madhab Bandhyopadhyay, NSS Officer, Brainware University.
The camp has brought together 150 young participants from Gujarat, Meghalaya, Uttarakhand, Uttar
Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, representing the rich cultural diversity of India.
Conceived around the theme “One Song, One Spirit, One Nation”, the initiative seeks to foster nationalintegration, patriotism and a deeper appreciation of India’s constitutional values and cultural heritage. It
also seeks to strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat by promoting cross-cultural
understanding and exchanges among youth from different parts of the country.
The first day of the camp witnessed the registration of participants from various States and Union
Territories, followed by orientation sessions and interactions among delegates. The inauguration ceremony
commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries and a floral tribute to the portrait of
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. A rendition of the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’ was presented by the
NSS Unit of Brainware University.
The inaugural ceremony concluded with a group dance themed on ‘Vande Mataram’ by the Brainware
University NSS Unit and the collective singing of the National Song. The evening witnessed vibrant
cultural exchange performances where participants from different States and Union Territories showcased
their regional traditions, reflecting the spirit of India’s unity in diversity and setting the tone for a week of
learning, cultural exchange and youth engagement.During the week-long camp, participants will engage in sessions on constitutional and civic values, the
historical significance of ‘Vande Mataram’, youth leadership development, cultural exchange activities
and discussions on issues concerning youth. The programme is designed to nurture informed, responsible
and committed nation-builders while strengthening the bonds of national unity and social harmony
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Pawan Singh Faujdar
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