Binningstar Lyngkhoi says the challenge is an opportunity to grow, learn, and shape the future of the country
Shillong, Nov 23: Meghalaya’s former international marathoner, Binningstar Lyngkhoi has called on the youth of India to actively participate in the Viksit Bharat Challenge ahead of the National Youth Festival 2025.
“As a sportsperson, I’ve learned that every challenge is an opportunity to grow. The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue offers you a platform to showcase your skills, sharpen your mind, and connect with bright minds from across the nation. Dive into the Vikasit Bharat Challenge – it’s your chance to shine and inspire the future. Believe in yourself and give it your best!” said Lyngkhoi while encouraging young Indians to view the challenge as an opportunity to grow, learn, and shape the future of the country.
Scheduled between November 25 and December 5, round 1 of the Viksit Bharat Challenge will feature an all-India digital quiz competition where individuals between the age group of 15 and 29 will be able to participate in a quiz on India’s landmark achievements, hosted on the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform.
Winners will have to go through three more rounds in the form of an essay/blog writing competition, a state-level ‘Viksit Bharat Vision’ presentation and finally, a National Championship featuring the State-level winners at the Bharat Mandapam.
Earlier this week, Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya had laid the target of roping in at least 1 crore youth (aged 15-29) from all over India to take part in the Viksit Bharat Challenge, which will act as a preliminary round towards the main event at Bharat Mandapam.
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue – National Youth Festival 2025 will convene a vibrant assembly of selected youth from three distinct verticals.
The first group comprises participants from the newly announced Viksit Bharat Challenge. The second group features talented youth emerging from district and state-level youth festivals, where they will compete in diverse categories such as painting, science exhibitions, cultural performances, declamation contests etc. The third group will include notable path breakers and youth icons from diverse domains, including entrepreneurship, sports, agriculture, and technology, among others.
