Pune, Sept 19 (UNI) “Prime Minister Narendra Modi has resolved to make India a developed country by 2047. Proper planning is required to achieve this objective and youth will play an important role in building a developed India,” said Union Minister for Labour and Employment, Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, in a program organized under the ‘Viksit Bharat Ambassador – Yuva Connect’ initiative at SP College here on Thursday.
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse was also present.
The ‘Viksit Bharat Ambassador – Yuva Connect’ was launched from Maharashtra on the occasion, on Thursday. Under this initiative, interactions will be held with students of various colleges of Maharashtra. The initiative will guide the youth about their responsibility towards achieving the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’.
During his interaction with the students, Mandaviya pointed out the strong history of SP College, and mentioned that several bright students have been it’s alumni. These students have served the country in various fields. The dream of a developed India we envision will also be fulfilled through the strength of such bright students.
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi has carefully planned for a developed India. Youth-centric decisions have been taken in the budget to fulfill this target,” said the Minister, while speaking about the government’s focus on planned development.
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Raksha Khadse appealed to all students to register on My Bharat Portal to contribute to a developed India, the official sources said.
“Students are the future of the country and through My Bharat portal they have a great opportunity to serve the nation,” she said.
Khadse expressed confidence that every student can be part of the big task of developing our country through small steps.
Meanwhile, Olympic bronze medalist Swapnil Kusale shared his medal winning journey through an inspiring speech.
Swapnil appealed that all players should take advantage of the many schemes of the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports which helps and encourages players.
During the programme, trees were planted in the college premises by dignitaries under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative.
Joint Secretary, Union Ministry of Youth Affairs, Nitish Mishra, Shikshan Prasarak Mandali President, S. K. Jain and other dignitaries were also present on this occasion.
