Science and technology empowering youth for national development: Mansukh Mandaviya
Science and technology
created lasting solutions to challenges faced by the youth, contributing significantly to the vision of a
Viksit Bharat
, said
Mansukh Mandaviya
, Union minister of youth affairs and sports.
He addressed the participants after inaugurating a two-day international conference, 'Icon Youth - Envisioning India's Future: Youth as Change Makers', at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University).
Mandaviya emphasised the importance of harnessing energy of youth for
national development
, conservation of natural resources, and the realisation of sustainable development goals. Jointly organised by the ministry of youth affairs and sports, govt of India, and Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), the conference aimed to empower youth to actively contribute to the nation's development.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Nitesh Kumar Mishra, joint secretary, youth affairs and chief vigilance o, ministry of youth affairs and sports; Sara Jyl Salmi, director of International Cooperation, ministry of youth affairs and sports and Karthikeyan Madheesh Parikh, founding director, BRICKS Youth Alliance.
Nitesh Kumar Mishra underscored the crucial role of youth as future leaders, advocating for opportunities that enhance their knowledge, exposure, and experience to drive societal change. Salmi, in her address, lauded the institution for hosting this significant conference. She emphasised the conference's role in exploring youth perspectives to achieve inclusive and sustainable development, providing a platform for cultural exchange and skill development.
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