Youth will play an important role in developing India: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 19 (ANI): 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, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Thursday.
The Union Minister was speaking at a programme organised under the 'Viksit Bharat Ambassador--Yuva Connect' initiative at SP College in Maharashtra's Pune. 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, Mansukh 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 fulfil 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 the My Bharat Portal to contribute to a developed India.
"Students are the future of the country and through My Bharat portal, they have a great opportunity to serve the nation." Khadse expressed confidence that every student can be part of the big task of developing our country through small steps.
Meanwhile, Olympic bronze medallist Swapnil Kusale shared his medal winning journey through an inspiring speech. Swapnil Kusale appealed that all players should take advantage of the many schemes of the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, which help and encourage players.
During the programme, trees were planted in the college premises by dignitaries under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative. (ANI)