SHILLONG, MAR 2: The state is set to host the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Festival (VBYPF) 2026, a prestigious initiative under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, aimed at fostering dialogue, leadership, and civic participation among the youth.
Scheduled to take place on March 28, at the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Annexe Hall, Rilbong, the event is being organized by MY Bharat Meghalaya under the Department of Youth Affairs, Government of India, in collaboration with the Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, and the NSS State Nodal Office Meghalaya.
The state-level competition will feature the top five winners from each of the eight district-level Youth Parliament competitions held recently across Meghalaya.
These participants will showcase their oratory skills and perspectives on the theme, “Union Budget 2026: Strengthening the Indian Youth’s Path Towards Viksit Bharat 2047.”
The top three winners from the state-level competition will represent Meghalaya at the National Level Youth Parliament, scheduled to be held next month at the Parliament of India, New Delhi, where they will engage with peers from across the country.
Speaking about the initiative, officials emphasized the importance of encouraging youth engagement with public issues and developing articulate expression of informed opinions. The programme aims to strengthen leadership qualities and civic awareness through participatory activities, promote respect and tolerance for diverse viewpoints, and provide exposure to policy-making processes through structured platforms such as debates and Youth Parliaments.
The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Festival 2026 is conducted in three stages: district round, state round, and national round. The event marks a significant step toward empowering young voices and integrating their ideas into the nation-building process, aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
By Our Reporter
