Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with thousands of young leaders during the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026 on January 12 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, the event coincides with National Youth Day and aims to empower youth voices in shaping India’s future.
Youth Voices at the Forefront: PM Modi to Engage in VBYLD 2026
India’s youth are set to take center stage as Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026 on January 12. The dialogue, part of the National Youth Festival, provides a national platform for young leaders to present innovative ideas for building a developed India by 2047.
Key Highlights
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Event dates: VBYLD 2026 runs from January 9–12 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
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PM’s participation: Modi will interact directly with youth on January 12, coinciding with Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary.
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National platform: Over 3,000 young leaders from across India will present ideas on self-reliance, sustainability, and innovation.
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Regional representation: Students from states including Himachal Pradesh and Manipur have been selected through competitive presentations.
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Objective: To foster dialogue between youth, policymakers, and global icons, aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.
The initiative underscores the government’s commitment to harnessing the energy and creativity of India’s youth, positioning them as key drivers of national transformation.
Sources: ANI News, Central Chronicle, The Sanga Express, WebIndia123, PublicNow