Cabinet Approves Formation of an Autonomous Body Mera Yuva Bharat

Mera Yuva Bharat Body

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the establishment of an autonomous body named “Mera Yuva Bharat” (MY Bharat). This body will serve as an overarching and technology-powered mechanism to facilitate youth development and youth-led development. It aims to provide equitable access for the youth to realize their aspirations and contribute to the development of Viksit Bharat (developed India) across various government initiatives and programs.

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About Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)

Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), as an autonomous body, will primarily benefit young people aged 15-29 years, aligning with the definition of ‘Youth’ as outlined in the National Youth Policy. For program components specifically designed for adolescents, the beneficiaries will be in the age group of 10-19 years. This initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs and aspirations of India’s youth population.

Background

The establishment of Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) is driven by the need to engage and empower youth in a fast-paced, ever-changing world characterized by high-speed communication, social media, new digital opportunities, and emerging technologies. This autonomous body is designed to provide an overarching enabling mechanism, following the principles of a “whole of government approach,” to cater to the dynamic needs and aspirations of India’s youth. It aims to create a platform where young individuals can thrive and contribute effectively to the nation’s development in this evolving landscape.

Impact of Mera Yuva Bharat

Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) aims to become a comprehensive platform for youth development, with its primary goal being to serve as a whole-of-government initiative. By providing access to resources and opportunities, it envisions empowering the youth to act as community change agents and nation builders. This approach positions them as the Yuva Setu, bridging the gap between the government and citizens, and harnesses the immense energy of the youth for the betterment and development of the nation.

Expected Outcomes of MY Bharat

Leadership Development in the Youth:
- Improve leadership skills through experiential learning by shifting from isolated physical interaction to programmatic skills.
- Investing more in youth to make them social innovators, and leaders in the communities.
- Setting the focus of the Government on youth-led development and making the Youth “active drivers” of development and not merely “passive recipients”.
Better alignment between youth aspirations and community needs.
Enhanced efficiency through Convergence of existing programs.
Act as a one-stop shop for young people and Ministries.
Create a centralized youth database.
Improved two-way communication to connect youth government initiatives and activities of other stakeholders that engage with youth.
Ensuring accessibility by creating a physical ecosystem.

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