Youth urged to actively participate in democratic processes, nation-building.
Pulwama | Nov, 03:MeraYuva Bharat (MY Bharat), District Pulwama, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, Monday hosted the ‘Viksit Bharat YuvaSamvaad: Know Your Vote’ programme at Government Degree College Pulwama, aimed at empowering young citizens with democratic awareness and encouraging their active participation in civic and nation-building processes.
The programme was held as part of the nationwide initiative being conducted across 500 institutions from October 26 to November 05, 2026, to strengthen the engagement of young citizens with public leadership and promote informed participation in democracy.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of hundreds of students and first-time voters. Youth Icon Mezan was among the distinguished personalities present on the occasion and interacted with the young participants, emphasising the importance of informed voting, civic responsibility and the role of youth in shaping the country’s democratic future.
An interactive Dialogue Session was held during the programme, providing students and first-time voters an opportunity to raise questions, share their perspectives and discuss issues concerning governance, democracy and civic responsibilities.
Addressing the gathering, Mezan called upon young people to understand their responsibilities as citizens and contribute constructively towards the nation’s democratic and developmental journey.
The programme also featured felicitation of accomplished local athletes in recognition of their dedication, discipline and contribution to sports.
As part of the programme, participating dignitaries, faculty members and students collectively took the Loktantrik Pledge, as mark of their commitment to democratic values, sovereignty and responsible citizenship.
A dedicated MY Bharat Portal onboarding facility was also established at the venue, where students were assisted with live registration on the MY Bharat digital platform and encouraged to participate in national quizzes and other nation-building initiatives.
The programme concluded with a renewed call for greater youth participation in democratic processes, reinforcing the vision of placing Yuva Shakti at the centre of India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047.
