Education Promotion Society for India & Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports successfully organised a Round Table Discussion on “Empowering Youth for Viksit Bharat @ 2047” on October 13, 2026 Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi

The Round Table Discussion brought together representatives of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from across India to deliberate on the role of youth in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. The programme provided a valuable platform for direct interaction between senior government leadership and representatives of the higher education sector, enabling meaningful dialogue on youth empowerment, leadership development, and greater institutional participation in nation-building.

The discussion was graced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Hon’ble Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, and Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Hon’ble Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports. Shri Sunil Paliwal, Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, was also associated with the deliberations.

The participation of institutions from across the country reflected the higher education sector’s commitment to nurturing responsible, skilled, innovative, and socially conscious young citizens. The interaction offered institutional representatives an opportunity to share perspectives and discuss ways to strengthen youth engagement through educational institutions and collaborative initiatives.

The deliberations underscored the importance of placing young people at the centre of India’s development journey. Higher Education Institutions have a critical role in nurturing leadership, promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, encouraging civic responsibility, and equipping young people to contribute meaningfully to national priorities.

The Round Table Discussion also provided an opportunity to explore stronger collaboration between the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and Higher Education Institutions to translate the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 into actionable initiatives. Such engagement can help channel the energy, creativity, and aspirations of India’s youth towards inclusive growth and sustainable national development.

The Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI) expressed its sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, the distinguished dignitaries, and the participating institutions for their valuable contributions to the discussion. The initiative marked an important step towards strengthening engagement between government and the higher education sector in empowering India’s youth as future leaders and nation-builders.

The collective message of the Round Table Discussion was clear: empowering youth today is fundamental to building a developed India by 2047.