Senapati: The Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Senapati under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India in collaboration with Asufii Christian Institute, organised the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament (VBYP) 2026–27 at Asufii Christian Institute, Punanamei, Mao, with the objective of providing a meaningful platform for young people to engage in discussions on issues of national importance and contribute to the vision of a developed India.
The eighth edition of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2027 was organised as a dedicated track under the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027. The initiative seeks to encourage youth participation in democratic processes by providing young voices with a formal platform to deliberate on pressing national issues, interact with policymakers and express their perspectives on matters concerning the country’s future and development.
The district-level Youth Parliament was conducted under the theme “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat”, highlighting the crucial role of young people in building a drug-free society and contributing towards the vision of Viksit Bharat. The programme also emphasised the importance of youth leadership, awareness and collective responsibility in addressing the challenges posed by substance abuse.
District Youth Officer, MY Bharat Senapati, P. Rebecca Rangnamei, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the significance of youth participation in nation-building and the importance of initiatives such as the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament in nurturing responsible, informed and socially conscious young leaders.
The programme was graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Dr. Daili Neli, Principal, Asufii Christian Institute; Asahrii Clement K, President, Senapati District Students’ Association (SDSA); and Shuli Chakre, President, Mao Students’ Union, among others. Their presence underscored the importance of collective efforts by educational institutions, student organisations and youth stakeholders in empowering the younger generation.
Following the deliberations and presentations, three participants were selected as winners at the district level, namely Kaisii Paziio of Hill College, Tadubi in the first position followed by Agiwangliu Abonmei – Don Bosco College (Autonomous), Maram and Tasolu Titus – Don Bosco College (Autonomous), Maram in the second and third position respectively. It may be mentioned that the selected district-level winners will advance to the state-level rounds, with the opportunity to progress further to the national-level round.
The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament serves as an important initiative to strengthen democratic values, promote constructive dialogue and provide young citizens with opportunities to articulate their ideas and perspectives on issues of national significance. Through such platforms, MY Bharat continues to encourage youth leadership and active participation in shaping India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.
