Kohima MY Bharat Advisory Council discusses stronger youth engagement, coordination among departments, youth clubs, educational institutions and participation in skill, sports and experiential learning programmes.
DIMAPUR — A meeting of the Kohima District MY Bharat Advisory Council (MYB DAC) was held on August 21 at the office chamber of the Deputy Commissioner (DC), Kohima, B Henok Buchem, who chaired the meeting.
According to a DIPR report, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat Kohima, Pradeep, gave a presentation on MY Bharat, covering its objectives, organisational structure and various youth-centric programmes being implemented across the district.
He informed that MY Bharat is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, focusing on youth-led development and constructive engagement of young people in the 15–29 age group.
The meeting emphasised the need for greater convergence among government departments, educational institutions and youth organisations for effective implementation of MY Bharat programmes.
Members stressed the importance of avoiding duplication of activities and enhancing coordination to facilitate wider youth participation.
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The council also discussed strengthening youth participation in experiential learning programmes, sports activities, skill development initiatives, awareness campaigns and national-level youth programmes.
The district youth officer informed that around 30 youth clubs in Kohima are affiliated with MY Bharat and stressed the need for wider registration of youths on the MY Bharat digital platform.
The meeting also discussed encouraging schools and colleges to facilitate greater participation of students and youth in various programmes with the support of the deputy commissioner.
Further, the council deliberated on the proposed quarterly functioning of the advisory council and the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders, including the National Service Scheme (NSS), National Cadet Corps (NCC), Youth Resources & Sports department and other relevant departments.
The meeting underscored the importance of collective efforts to enhance youth engagement, leadership, skill development and participation in nation-building activities.