Sri Vijaya Puram, Mar 27: The State-Level Selection for Vikshit Bharat Youth Parliament was successfully conducted at the Mini Conference Hall, Secretariat. The event was organized by Nehru Yuva Kendra, Sri Vijay Puram, in collaboration with the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, marking a significant step in fostering youth leadership and democratic engagement.
The Vikshit Bharat Youth Parliament is a national initiative aimed at empowering young minds by providing them with a platform to articulate their vision for India’s development, enhance their debating skills, and encourage active participation in policy discussions.
The selection process, structured in multiple phases, commenced with 209 participants registering online via the My Bharat Portal. Following a rigorous screening process, 100 participants advanced to the District Level, from which 10 outstanding candidates qualified for the State-Level round.
At the State-Level Selection, a distinguished panel of jurors meticulously evaluated the participants based on a structured assessment criteria (100 Marks), covering aspects such as Content Relevance (20 marks), Clarity & Structure (15 marks), Verbal Communication & Body Language (25 marks), Innovation & Creativity (20 marks), Language & Fluency (10 marks), and Adherence to Time (10 marks).
The esteemed jury panel included Mr. L. Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Sports and Education; Mr. ASPS Ravi Prakash, IAS, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Education; Dr. RVR Murthy, Associate Professor, JNRM; Dr. R.G.S Bhagel, Associate Professor, JNRM; and Dr. Joshibed Vincent, Associate Professor, ANCOL.
Following a competitive and intellectually stimulating selection process, the top three participants who secured their place in the National Youth Parliament to be held in New Delhi from April 1 to 3, 2025, are:
• Miss Komalpreet Kaur
Miss Sayantika Mistry and Miss Esha Ebyinson from Andaman law ollege
All participants were honored with a valuable book, presented by Mr. L. Kumar, Secretary, Sports and Youth Affairs, as a token of encouragement. Additionally, the jury members were felicitated with mementos in recognition of their valuable contribution.
The event was graced by eminent dignitaries, including Mr. Vikram Singh, Director, Education, Mr. P.V.N. Sarma, Principal, Andaman Law College, and Mr. Sukha Ranjan Biswas, Deputy Director (OSD). Mr. S.R. Biswas extended a warm welcome to the jury members and guests, while Mr. Gopal Ch. Biswas of NYK efficiently coordinated the program.
Each jury member provided valuable feedback to the participants, highlighting their strengths and areas for improvement. They praised the enthusiasm and preparedness of the participants while encouraging them to continue refining their leadership and communication skills.
In his concluding remarks, Mr. L. Kumar, Secretary, Sports and Youth Affairs, appreciated the efforts of all participants and organizers. He emphasized the importance of youth engagement in shaping the nation’s future and encouraged young minds to utilize such platforms to express their ideas and contribute to national development.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Director Sports Mr. Vikram Singh, acknowledging the contribution of the jury members, participants, dignitaries, and the organizing team for their dedication in making the program a success.
The Vikshit Bharat Youth Parliament continues to serve as a transformative platform, equipping young leaders with the necessary skills to contribute meaningfully to nation-building and democratic governance.
