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29 OCT 2026 5:39PM by PIB Bengaluru
MY Bharat Bengaluru Urban, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised Yuva Samvaad at KLE Law College, Bengaluru on 29 Oct 2026. The programme brought young citizens and public representatives together on a common platform to promote democratic awareness, encourage informed participation and highlight the role of youth in nation-building. Over 450 students and young citizens took part in the programme.
Held as part of the nationwide Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvaad initiative, being organised across 500 universities, colleges and institutions from 26th October to 5th November 2026, the programme was graced by Shri.Hanumant Nirani, Hon’ble Member of Legislative Council Karnataka, Ms.Gowri NCC sergeant rank National level G.V MAVLANKAR SHOOTING GOLD MEDALIST 2025, Youth Icon Ms. Manu Shetty, whose presence brought together perspectives on public leadership, sporting excellence and youth aspirations.
While addressing the youth at KLE Law College, Dr J. M. Malikarjunaiah, Dean and Principal of KLE LAW COLLEGE, emphasised the importance of youth participation in nation-building and encouraged students to contribute actively towards the vision of Viksit Bharat. The key highlight of the programme was an interactive dialogue between students and Ms. Manu Shetty,Youth Icon, which provided an engaging platform for young participants to share their views, raise questions, and discuss their role in shaping India's future and Ms. Gowri Shooting national champion shared her perspectives on Balancing ambitions and academics.
Participants asked questions and shared their perspectives on youth participation in governance, civic responsibility and the role of first-time voters. Responding to the students, Ms. Manu Shetty, Youth Icon encouraged young people to exercise their democratic rights responsibly, remain informed about public affairs, and actively contribute to nation-building.
The programme concluded with the Loktantrik Pledge, through which participants reaffirmed their commitment to democratic values, informed participation and responsible citizenship. The event ended with a vote of thanks by Dr Manoj Hiremath sir Faculty of the institution. By bringing young people closer to democratic institutions, Yuva Samvaad seeks to create a generation that is not merely aware of the nation’s progress but actively contributes to it. The initiative places Yuva Shakti at the heart of nation-building, encouraging young citizens to turn their ideas, aspirations and sense of responsibility into meaningful contributions towards Viksit Bharat@2047.
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