SRINAGAR: A detailed discussion on strengthening youth engagement and expanding opportunities for young people in Jammu & Kashmir was held today between MY Bharat Resource Person, J&K and Chief Functionary, Nations Development Association (NDA), Sushil Singh Charak, and Gopal Namdeo, Assistant Director and District Youth Officer, Srinagar, MY Bharat, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.
The meeting focused on exploring meaningful ways to connect more youth with the MY Bharat platform and its various opportunities, including volunteering, experiential learning, leadership development and youth-led initiatives. The discussion underlined the importance of creating greater awareness among young people and encouraging their active participation in programmes aimed at developing leadership and civic responsibility.
Special emphasis was laid on the upcoming Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027, particularly on encouraging wider participation of youth from Jammu & Kashmir. The initiative provides young people with opportunities to showcase their ideas, leadership abilities and contributions towards nation-building.
The participants discussed the need for coordinated efforts involving youth organisations, educational institutions and grassroots-level networks to expand outreach and ensure that eligible and interested young people are aware of available opportunities.
The MY Bharat Resource Person, J&K appreciated the ongoing efforts towards youth engagement and congratulated the District Youth Officer, Srinagar, for promoting youth-oriented initiatives. The meeting concluded with a shared focus on strengthening youth participation, leadership and engagement in support of the broader vision of Viksit Bharat.


