**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), organized the Women Youth Parliament on April 12, 2026, to promote inclusive democracy and women's leadership. The event highlighted the "Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam" as a transformative reform for legislative representation. Key upcoming activities include a special session on this reform scheduled from April 16 to 18.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Event Objectives and Participation**
* Organized under the theme “Nari Shakti: Viksit Bharat ki Awaaz – Strengthening Inclusive Democracy” at Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi.
* Attended by over 500 women, with 37 participants from Delhi and Uttarakhand engaging in a structured Mock Youth Parliament.
* Aimed to provide a platform for women to understand democratic processes, express views, and contribute to policy discourse.
**Legislative and Reform Highlights**
* Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya identified the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as a historic step toward ensuring greater female representation in legislatures.
* A special session regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is announced for April 16 to 18.
* The reform is presented as a crucial component of the vision for "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India).
**Leadership and Skill Development**
* Participants simulated parliamentary proceedings to foster confidence, public speaking, and leadership skills.
* Speakers emphasized that women's participation in politics leads to more sensitive, inclusive, and effective policy-making.
* The event underscored the government's commitment to empowering women to take leading roles in decision-making and nation-building.
**Impact Analysis**
**Young Women and Youth Participants**
**Impact**
Participants gained practical experience in simulated parliamentary proceedings, enhancing their civic engagement, leadership abilities, and understanding of governance.
**Action Required**
Engage actively in democratic platforms and contribute perspectives to national policy discourses.
**Legislators and Policy Makers**
**Impact**
There is an increased focus on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as a primary mechanism for achieving inclusive governance and national progress.
**Action Required**
Convene and participate in the upcoming special session from April 16 to 18 to advance legislative reforms for women's representation.
**Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)**
**Impact**
Successfully established a dynamic platform for amplifying women's voices and fulfilling the Ministry’s commitment to "Nari Shakti."
**Action Required**
Continue to facilitate and organize initiatives that connect youth with democratic processes and leadership training.
Key Entities Referenced
Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam: A transformative legislative reform aimed at ensuring greater representation of women in Indian legislatures.
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat): An initiative under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports that organized the Women Youth Parliament to engage youth in democratic processes.
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment who advocated for women's leadership in India's democratic progress.
Women Youth Parliament: A simulated parliamentary program designed to provide women a platform to contribute to policy discourse and understand governance.
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Posted On: 12 APR 2026 8:15PM by PIB Delhi
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, successfully organised
the Women Youth Parliament on the theme “Nari Shakti: Viksit Bharat ki Awaaz – Strengthening Inclusive
Democracy” at Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi. The programme commenced with
the rendition of Vande Mataram, setting a patriotic and inspiring tone for the event.The programme was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs &
Sports and Labour & Employment, Government of India. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mansukh
Mandaviya highlighted the transformative role of women in Parliament, emphasizing how Indian
democracy has empowered women to rise to the highest offices, including the Presidency. He noted that
inclusive governance strengthens the nation’s progress. Referring to the upcoming special session from 16
to 18 April on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, he underscored its historic significance in ensuring
greater representation of women in legislatures and described it as a crucial step towards achieving a truly
inclusive and developed India, in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat.Addressing the gathering, Mr. Vijender Gupta, Speaker, Delhi Legislative Assembly, emphasized that
“Women are the foundation of nation-building. Their participation in politics makes policies more
sensitive, inclusive, and effective. It is essential that women take a leading role in decision-making.
Empowered women will shape a developed India, ensuring balance, justice, and progress in society.”
The event reflects the Government’s commitment under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi towards women’s empowerment and strengthening the spirit of Nari Shakti. The Women Youth
Parliament aimed to provide a dynamic platform for women to express their views, understand democratic
processes, and actively contribute to policy discourse.The programme witnessed participation from over 500 women. Among them, 37 young participants from
Delhi and Uttarakhand represented various ministries and actively took part in a structured Mock Youth
Parliament. Participants presented their views on “Naari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam”, emphasizing
women’s participation, leadership, and inclusive governance. Other esteemed guests included Mr. Nitesh
Kumar Mishra, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports; Dr. Priyanka Shukla, CEO, MY
Bharat; and Prof. Simrit Kaur, Principal, Shri Ram College of Commerce.
During the session, participants simulated parliamentary proceedings, articulated their perspectives
effectively, and collectively expressed support for women’s representation in governance. This initiative
helped foster confidence, leadership skills, public speaking abilities, and civic engagement among young
women.
In her concluding remarks, Dr. Priyanka Shukla delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all
the esteemed guests, participants, and women who actively contributed to the success of the Mock Youth
Parliament.
The event emerged as a significant platform to amplify women’s voices and highlighted their crucial and
decisive role in building a Viksit Bharat.
*****Pawan Singh Faujdar
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