National Youth Day 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Swami Vivekananda’s legacy, emphasizing his vision of empowering India’s youth for nation-building and self-reliance. The launch of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 marks a shift from the traditional National Youth Festival, offering a platform for young leaders, especially those without political ties, to shape India’s future through contributions in innovation, startups, and sustainable economic growth.
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On National Youth Day 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the profound legacy of Swami Vivekananda, whose teachings continue to inspire India’s youth toward nation-building and self-reliance. This significant occasion also marked the launch of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025, a transformative platform where young leaders gathered to discuss India’s future.
The dialogue focused on key areas such as innovation, startups, infrastructure development, and sustainable economic growth, emphasizing the role of youth in driving India’s development. By providing a space for dynamic youth leaders to engage with policymakers, the program fosters the next generation of leaders committed to shaping a self-reliant and prosperous India.
PM Modi Pays Homage to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day 2025: Fulfilling His Vision for a Strong and Self-Reliant India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the great spiritual leader, Swami Vivekananda, whose ideals continue to inspire India’s youth toward a brighter future. Celebrated on Swami Vivekananda’s Jayanti, this day serves as a reminder of his powerful vision for a strong and developed India, one built on self-reliance, innovation, and unity.
In a heartfelt tribute, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter, acknowledging the eternal inspiration that Vivekananda continues to provide to the youth of India. Describing him as a symbol of passion and purpose, PM Modi highlighted how the teachings of Swami Vivekananda have shaped the aspirations of countless young minds across the nation. His powerful message encourages the youth to rise above challenges and contribute to building a stronger, more prosperous India.
PM Modi’s tweet emphasized the nation’s commitment to fulfilling Swami Vivekananda’s vision of a strong and developed India. With initiatives aimed at empowering the youth through education, innovation, and leadership, India is ensuring that the next generation becomes the driving force behind the country’s economic growth and nation-building.
PM Modi Interacts with Youth at Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 Exhibition
On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the exhibition at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. During the event, he engaged with the young leaders, observing their innovative projects and ideas aimed at shaping a self-reliant India. The exhibition served as a platform for participants to showcase their groundbreaking solutions, reflecting the spirit of nation-building and the vision of a Viksit Bharat.
PM Modi Announces Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025: A Tribute to India’s Yuva Shakti and Swami Vivekananda’s Vision
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a landmark announcement, launched the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 to empower India’s youth and continue the mission of building a self-reliant, prosperous nation. The dialogue offers young leaders an essential platform to collaborate, discuss, and brainstorm on India’s future trajectory, particularly in areas like innovation, economic growth, sustainable development, and technological advancements.
In his tweet, PM Modi highlighted, “The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue is an initiative to harness the energy, creativity, and passion of India’s youth to build a strong and developed nation.” By providing young minds with an opportunity to interact directly with policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts, the platform aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will guide the nation towards sustainable development.
The dialogue, which has already attracted widespread participation from thousands of youth across India, features activities such as quizzes, essay competitions, and direct engagements with thought leaders. These interactions allow young individuals to voice their ideas on critical national issues, including technological innovation, entrepreneurship for youth, and infrastructure development—all essential to realizing the vision of a Viksit Bharat.
PM Modi also emphasized, “The youth are the backbone of India’s future, and it is through their energy, creativity, and commitment to national service that we will build a developed nation.”His words resonate with the core spirit of Swami Vivekananda’s vision, encouraging youth to rise above challenges, embrace self-reliance, and contribute actively to nation-building.
By fostering leadership development and youth empowerment, the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 serves as a catalyst for youth-led change, empowering India’s next generation of leaders to shape the future of the nation. With a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable growth, the program aims to create leaders who will tackle the challenges of the 21st century and ensure India’s global prominence.
What Is the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 and How Are Youth Shaping India’s Future?
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 is a key initiative organized by the Department of Youth Affairs, under the leadership of Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports. Held from 10-12 January 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, this event offers a unique platform for youth to present innovative solutions for Viksit Bharat.
The event has attracted youth leaders in India from across the country, with 3,000 dynamic participants selected through a merit-based selection process. The selection process includes the Viksit Bharat Quiz, the Viksit Bharat Essay Competition, and the Viksit Bharat State Vision Deck Challenge, drawing participation from nearly 30 lakh youth nationwide. These youth leaders will articulate their vision for a self-reliant and developed India through youth empowerment in India.
The selected youth leaders are divided into three tracks:
- 1,500 from the Viksit Bharat Track, representing the top teams from State Championships.
- 1,000 from the Traditional Track, showcasing innovations in science and technology by youth in India.
- 500 Pathbreakers, selected for their groundbreaking contributions across ten thematic tracks.
These young leaders will engage with policymakers and global icons, contributing to the vision of a Viksit Bharat and shaping India’s future leaders. This marks a historic step towards nation-building through youth leadership in India.
Through the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, PM Modi’s commitment to youth empowerment and nation-building reflects his belief in India’s potential to achieve its ambitious vision of a Viksit Bharat. As we commemorate National Youth Day 2025, India’s youth are poised to take center stage in the country’s journey toward sustainable development and a brighter future.
