MY Bharat and Yuching Students' Union organise the District-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2027 in Mon
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DIMAPUR — Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Mon, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised the District-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament in collaboration with the Yuching Students’ Union (YSU) at the Council Hall in Yuching, Mon, on October 31.
The programme was organised as part of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027, with a speech competition providing a platform for young people to express their views on issues of national importance and contribute ideas towards the vision of a developed India.
According to an update, the competition was centred on the theme "One Nation, One Election" and witnessed participation from local youth. The initiative aimed to encourage young people to develop public speaking skills, critical thinking, confidence, and leadership qualities while engaging with national issues.
Addressing the gathering, Rahul Sutliya, District Youth Officer (DYO) of MY Bharat, Mon, highlighted the vision and objectives of MY Bharat, an initiative seeking to empower young people through experiential learning, volunteering, leadership development, and active participation in nation-building.
He noted that the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament was not merely a competition to identify winners but an opportunity for young citizens to develop confidence, articulate their thoughts, and become more informed and responsible participants in the democratic process.
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He encouraged participants to make the best use of the platform, express their perspectives confidently, and recognise that the ability to think critically and communicate effectively is essential for future leadership. He also encouraged the youth to remain connected with MY Bharat through its official portal and social media platforms to avail themselves of various opportunities and initiatives.
The speech competition was conducted on the theme "One Nation, One Election". The performances were evaluated by an expert jury panel comprising H Chingshei Konyak, C Yapho, and BT Tomwang, who assessed the participants on the basis of content, clarity of thought, presentation, and overall performance.
Following the evaluation, the results were declared, with Ethiel Wangsa securing first place, Ngapyuh securing second place, and E Ngunyei Konyak securing third place.
The top three winners were felicitated with prize medals, while all participants were presented with certificates in recognition of their participation and efforts. The three district-level winners will advance to the state-level championship, where they will compete for a place in the national round.
The top three winners at the state level will subsequently qualify for the national round of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, scheduled to be held in January 2027.