Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, today said that over the past decade, India has steadily expanded opportunities for young people across education, skilling, entrepreneurship, sports, health, and civic participation.

In an article published in a national daily, the Minister described the youth of the country as Amrit Peedhi, the generation that will lead the journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047.

He said that the article highlights Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s firm belief that the youth will be the driving force behind Viksit Bharat. He added that the power of Yuva Shakti has been channelled over the last 12 years to create opportunities, foster aspirations, and contribute to nation-building.