ITANAGAR, Mar 22: The District Nodal Round Competition of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament (VBYP) 2025 commenced today at Dera Natung Government College (DNGC), Itanagar. Organized under the directive of the Regional Directorate of NSS Guwahati, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, the event is being hosted by DNGC in association with the NSS Cell DNGC and NYKS, Itanagar. The competition, centered around the theme "One Nation, One Election: Paving the Way for Viksit Bharat," is scheduled to take place over two days, March 22 and 23, in the college’s conference hall.
The event witnessed an enthusiastic response, with around 40 young participants presenting their three-minute speeches on the theme during the first day. The competition is being spearheaded by Botem Moyong (Assistant Professor, Mathematics), the District Nodal Officer of ICR VBYP 2025, along with Dr. Chalak Lowang (Assistant Professor, Political Science), Hevojit Deka (Assistant Professor, Education), and Dr. Bombi Riram (Assistant Professor, Education).
The formal inauguration of the event was marked by the presence of Dr. M.Q. Khan, Principal of DNGC, as the Chief Guest, alongside Dr. A.K. Mishra, State Liaison Officer, NSS Cell, Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, who attended as the Guest of Honour.
The competition follows an extensive selection process, which began with the Registration Round, where 268 participants from eight districts of Arunachal Pradesh—Itanagar Capital Region, Papum Pare, Lower Subansiri, Keyi Panyor, Kamle, Pakke Kessang, Kurung Kumey, and Kra Daadi—submitted one-minute video entries on the theme “What does Viksit Bharat mean to you?” From this pool, 150 participants were shortlisted for the District Nodal Round, where they are now delivering three-minute speeches on "One Nation, One Election: Paving the Way for Viksit Bharat." Following this stage, the top 10 winners will be selected to compete at the State Level Championship, which will be held at the Arunachal Pradesh State Assembly.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Dr. M.Q. Khan, Principal of DNGC, emphasized India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. He spoke about the importance of unity, peace, and progress, urging the youth to take pride in India’s rich cultural heritage. Drawing inspiration from events like the Amrit Mahotsav, he encouraged the participants to contribute actively toward the nation’s development. Guest of Honor Dr. A.K. Mishra, State Liaison Officer, stressed the significance of youth engagement in national initiatives like the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament, which serve as platforms for young minds to share ideas and play a role in nation-building.
Formerly known as the National Youth Parliament Festival, the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. Organized annually under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, this initiative aims to empower youth by engaging them in structured discussions at district, state, and national levels.
The event serves as a crucial platform for youth aged 18-25 years, fostering debate on national issues, enhancing decision-making skills, promoting respect for diverse perspectives, and encouraging civic participation. Through deliberations like these, the voices of young citizens are documented and shared with policymakers, ensuring that youth perspectives help shape the nation's future.

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