“The Indian Youth Parliament Conference is not merely a platform for discussion, it is an effective medium for moulding the youth into responsible citizens of tomorrow. Through this conference, your thoughts are given shape, and your character is forged. Character-building constitutes the very foundation of strong leadership. If our lives are built up with strong character, our leadership will undoubtedly prove effective,” asserted Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan. Radhakrishnan was speaking during the inauguration of the three-day 29th Indian Youth Parliament Conference at the Maharshi Vyas Auditorium in Reshimbag. Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu Dev Varma, Revenue Minister and Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Sahsarkaryawah of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Dr Krishna Gopal, Vice-Chancellor of the Central Sanskrit University Prof Srinivasa Contd from page 1 Varakhedi, and National Convener of the Indian Youth Parliament Conference Ashutosh Joshi were seated on the dais. The Vice-President further stated that, the potential and strength of any nation depended upon the size and vigour of its youth. India’s large youth demographic is a distinct asset. Today, approximately 65 per cent of the country’s population is under the age of 35.

 

Radhakrishnan pointed out, “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central Government has launched numerous initiatives aimed at education, skill development, and leadership enhancement of the youth.” Radhakrishnan lauded the relentless service rendered over the past two decades by the Indian Youth Parliament National Trust. Conferences organised by the Indian Youth Parliament have been successfully conducted in every nook and corner of the country. Speaking on the occasion, Radhakrishnan remarked that the work of Indian Youth Parliament is commendable, serving as a vital link connecting the nation’s youth. “During the nation’s ‘Amrit Kaal’ (Golden Era), we have collectively set our sights on achieving the objective of a ‘Developed India’ by the year 2047. The youth are poised to play a pivotal role in realising this trajectory of success. The youth should seize the opportunity to actively participate—drawing upon the strength of strong character and leadership—in the endeavour to build a stronger, more inclusive, and prosperous India, encouraging them to make the most of this chance,” advised Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan. Social, cultural contributions crucial in building a developed India: Governor “India’s young generation constitutes the nation’s greatest strength.

 

This vibrant and dynamic generation is set to play an invaluable role in the task of nation-building. To realise the vision of a ‘Developed India’ by 2047, our efforts cannot be confined solely to economic contributions; social and cultural contributions will be equally vital,” stated Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. “‘Unity in Diversity’ stands as the defining characteristic of our nation. Although language, religion, caste, and creed vary across different regions of the country, the nation remains a cohesive and unified entity. He noted that, while the country has faced numerous invasions throughout history, we have successfully repelled them, drawing strength from our inherent unity,” said Varma. Varma observed that, young leaders and youth from every corner of the country are converging at this conference to engage in discussions regarding nation-building. In today’s era—characterised by extensive ‘screen time’—such fruitful and substantive dialogue proves to be of immense significance, added Varma. 

 

 

Earlier, Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan arrived at the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport on Saturday morning. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Revenue Minister and District Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Mayor Neeta Thakre, Air Marshal Yalla Umesh, Major General Navtej Singh Sohal, Divisional Commissioner Vijayalakshmi Bidari, Commissioner of Police Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, Special Inspector General of Police (Nagpur Range) Sandeep Patil, and Municipal Commissioner Dr Vipin Itankar received him at the airport. It was the first visit of both Radhakrishnan (after becoming Vice-President) and Jishnu Dev Varma (after assuming charge as Governor of Maharashtra). After reaching Reshimbag, both Vice-President and Governor visited Smruti Mandir and paid tributes to Founder Sarsanghchalak of RSS, Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar and second Sarsanghchalak Golwalkar Guruji. After inauguration of the conference organised by Indian Youth Parliament, C P Radhakrishnan departed for Mumbai from the Nagpur airport with Governor Jishnu Dev Varma accompanying him. Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Neeta Thakre, Air Marshal Yalla Umesh, Major General Navtej Singh Sohal, Vijayalakshmi Bidari, Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, Sandeep Patil, and Dr Vipin Itankar were present.