Central Youth Programme and Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandavia described the youth as torchbearers of the vision of a developed India by the year 2047 during the 'Viksit Bharat Youth Dialogue' in Gujarat.

17 October 2026: In Gujarat’s atmosphere, a historic and inspiring event was witnessed, in which Central Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandavia addressed the country’s youth. On this occasion, the “Developed India Youth Dialogue” program was organized, whose main objective was to chart India’s development direction for the coming decades. At the outset of his speech, the minister clarified that the task of turning the vision of a developed India by 2047 into reality does not belong to a single individual or institution, but depends on the collective efforts of the entire young generation. He described the youth as torchbearers of this vast dream, meaning that for the next 21 years, the responsibility for the country’s progress will rest on their shoulders.

Dr. Mansukh Mandavia argued that over the past few decades, India has seen advances in infrastructure and technology, but to achieve the 2047 goal, expanding the capabilities of human resources is essential. He specifically challenged Gujarat’s youth to not only contribute to the country’s development but also to step forward to promote Indian values and innovations on the global stage. The minister noted that this Youth Dialogue event is not merely a meeting, but a step that inspires young people to play an active role in the country’s political, economic, and social strategies.

During the program, young representatives seated on the stage also voiced their opinions and presented plans to include India among developed countries by adopting new directions in interdisciplinary fields such as agriculture, health, digital technology, and environmental protection. Dr. Mandavia expressed satisfaction with these suggestions and stated that the government will provide every possible resource and policy support to implement the youth’s ideas. He also emphasized that by 2047, every young person in India will be an expert, a creator, and a leader, not merely a workforce.

This “Developed India Youth Dialogue” has emerged as a textbook of new thinking in Gujarat. In his closing remarks, the minister appealed to the youth to start small experiments to bring improvements in their fields, as major changes come from small beginnings. He said that until the youth reach every layer of society and awaken them, the vision of a developed India will remain incomplete. Thus, this 2026 program has provided a clear guiding light for India in 2047, where the youth will be the torchbearers of the country’s development.