Delhi government launches 'Hauslon Ki Udaan' to support talented youth across city
New Delhi, May 20
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday launched 'Hauslon Ki Udaan', a talent hunt initiative for the youth of Delhi.
The programme aims to give young people a platform to show their talent in different fields. The Delhi government will soon launch a portal where people between the ages of 16 and 35 can register for the programme.
Speaking at the launch, CM Rekha Gupta said the initiative will help the government reach talented youth across the city.
"I congratulate our Art and Culture Ministry, the minister, and the entire team for planning a program for Delhi's youth. Delhi is brimming with talent, and the youth need a good platform to showcase their abilities... This initiative has been named 'Hauslon Ki Udaan'... Through this, the government will reach out to the youth in their own fields and provide them an opportunity without any registration fee or expense," she said.
Sharing details about the selection process, Gupta said the youth will be able to upload their videos on the portal. A jury panel will then shortlist the participants.
"The government will launch a portal, and youth aged 16 to 35 years in Delhi will be able to register on it and share their videos, and a jury panel will shortlist them. After that, 35 zones will be created in Delhi, and auditions will be held there... The selected participants will have a state-level program, and awards will also be given... This competition has been designed in 7 different categories such as singing, dance, acting, instrumental music, digital art, sculpture... Youth from any class will be able to participate in this program..." she added.
The initiative will cover seven categories, including singing, dance, acting, instrumental music, digital art and sculpture.
The selected participants will get a chance to perform at a state-level programme, where awards will also be given.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, a government scheme that doesn't just talk but actually gives a platform! No registration fee is a big plus for students from lower-income families. I hope they ensure the portal is easy to use and works smoothly for everyone.
Good initiative but 7 categories seem limited. What about sports, painting, or writing? Also hope the jury is truly independent and not just political appointees. The youth deserve fair assessment. 🤞
This is exactly what Delhi needed! So many talented kids in our neighbourhoods who can't afford coaching classes. Free registration means anyone can try. Hope the auditions are held in every zone, not just central areas. बहुत अच्छी पहल है!
As someone from the US who's lived in Delhi, I'm impressed by the no-fee model! In America, such programs often have hidden costs or require expensive equipment. Hope Delhi's youth get the infrastructure they need to participate equally.
I appreciate the intent but the age limit 16-35 is quite broad. Many 35-year-olds with jobs and families won't participate. Could have been more focused like 16-25. Still, better than nothing! 😊
My younger sister wants to participate in the dance category but we're worried about the portal's cyber security. Hope the government ensures data privacy for all those videos uploaded. Otherwise great concept, should have been done years ago!
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