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Delhi News Updated Oct 26, 2026

T.S. Sandhu Urges Youth to Blend Craft and Tech for Viksit Bharat

Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu addressed the closing ceremony of Swadeshi Mahotsav 2026 at Delhi University, calling on young people to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. In a post on X, he said Swadeshi means innovation and globally competitive Indian products rather than isolation. Sandhu also met pharma sector experts at Lok Niwas Delhi to discuss life-saving interventions for substance abuse.

Blend tradition and modern tech to build Viksit Bharat by 2047: Delhi L-G

New Delhi, Oct 26

Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Monday called upon the youth to blend traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to power Viksit Bharat by 2047 using innovation.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of Swadeshi Mahotsav 2026 at Delhi University, Sandhu stressed innovation for making Indian products internationally competitive.

In a message on X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote, "Addressed the closing ceremony of Swadeshi Mahotsav 2026 at Delhi University, alongside Shri Satish Kumar Ji, National Co-Convener, Swadeshi Jagran Manch, and MLA Shri Ashok Goel Ji."

"Swadeshi is not isolation - it's innovation, stronger domestic capabilities, and globally competitive Indian products. Inspired by PM Shri @narendramodi Ji's call for #VocalForLocal, urged our youth to blend traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to power #ViksitBharat by 2047," he wrote.

Sharing information about his other engagement, Sandhu wrote on X, "Attended the divine Rasotsav organised by Braj Hari Sankirtan Mandal on the auspicious occasion of Sharad Purnima at Teen Murti Lane. Immersed in the serene atmosphere and soulful bhajans celebrating the eternal grace of Lord Krishna and Radha Rani. Prayed for universal peace, prosperity, and the well-being of all."

Earlier, he shared information about his meeting with various experts from the pharma sector.

He wrote on X, "Met with Dr Rahul Gupta, former US White House Drugs Chief, Dr. Avinash Desai, Chief Scientific Officer, and Shri Upendra Kumar Singh, President, India Business and Emerging Markets, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, at @LokNiwasDelhi today."

"Discussed the potential of life-saving interventions, including Amneal's emergency nasal spray for drug overdose, in strengthening responses to substance abuse and saving lives," he wrote.

The Lieutenant Governor also extended greetings to Delhi residents on the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti. "Warm wishes to everyone on the Prakat Diwas of Adi Kavi Bhagwan Valmiki Ji. Through the Ramayana, he gave the world timeless ideals of righteousness, compassion and duty that will keep guiding humanity for generations," wrote Sandhu on X.

— IANS

Reader’s Guide · AI-assisted, based only on the report above

What the report makes clear: The Lieutenant Governor's public message linking traditional skills, modern technology and global competitiveness for the 2047 goal.

Still open: The report does not yet say what specific programmes or funding will follow these remarks for students and artisans.

Another way to look at it: Pairing craft with technology could raise quality, but small artisans may need training and support to adopt it.

How can young people best combine traditional skills with modern technology in their work?

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