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J&K Youth Meet President Murmu in 'Watan Ko Jano' National Integration Drive

A youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir participating in the Ministry of Home Affairs' "Watan Ko Jano" programme called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The programme aims to promote national integration by exposing youth under 18 from government homes to the cultural and developmental landscape of other Indian states. The Jammu and Kashmir government is concurrently implementing skill development initiatives like Mission Youth and Mission Yuva to empower local youth. Further exchange activities are organized under the Kashmiri Youth Exchange Programme to facilitate interaction and sharing of best practices with other regions.

Key Points: J&K Youth Delegation Meets President Murmu for Watan Ko Jano

  • Youth delegation meets President
  • Programme fosters national integration
  • Part of MHA-funded initiatives
  • Includes vocational training missions
  • Features cross-state exchange activities
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Jammu and Kashmir youth delegation for 'Watan Ko Jano' Programme calls on President Murmu

A youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir called on President Droupadi Murmu under the MHA's 'Watan Ko Jano' programme for national integration.

"fostering national integration by exposing children... to the cultural, historical, and technological advancements of other parts of the country. - Official Release"

New Delhi, April 8

A youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir, attending the Ministry of Home Affairs' "Watan Ko Jano" programme, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday.

In an X post from Rastrapati Bhavan, it said, "A youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir attending the programme 'Watan Ko Jano', organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan."

The 'Watan Ko Jano' programme, organised by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir under funding from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is aimed at fostering national integration by exposing children of the age less than 18 years from government-run homes to the cultural, historical, and technological advancements of other parts of the country. The 'Watan Ko Jano' programme has been successful in promoting national integration, fostering unity among India's youth, and helping create a more inclusive, harmonious society, according to an official release from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The Government of Jammu and Kashmir is implementing various vocational training and skill development programmes, including two flagship programs, namely, Mission Youth and Mission Yuva. These missions have been specifically mandated to empower and enhance the skills of the youth in the region, providing them with the necessary tools and opportunities to excel in various sectors.

Further, under 'Kashmiri Youth Exchange Programme (KYEP)' various activities are being organized for school students/youth of Jammu and Kashmir with the other states/UTs through interactions, seminars, panel discussions, skill development, visit to Industries, exhibition of artefacts and local products of Kashmir valley, food festival, sharing of best practices, culture and customs, career guidance, patriotism and nation building programme, cultural programs, etc. by Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), as stated earlier by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai.

- ANI

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Aman W
Great to see the President meeting the youth. These exchange programs are the need of the hour. When young minds from Kashmir see the opportunities and brotherhood in other states, it changes their perspective completely. More power to them!
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Rahul R
While the intent is good, I hope the focus is on genuine skill development and long-term career opportunities, not just short-term exposure trips. The real "empowerment" will come from jobs and economic stability in the valley.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked with youth groups, this is a fantastic model. The cultural exchange through food festivals and artefact exhibitions is a brilliant way to build bridges. Would love to see similar programs for youth from other regions visiting Kashmir.
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Karthik V
Mission Youth and Yuva sound promising on paper. The key is effective ground-level implementation. Hope these children get to see the real 'India shining' story - our IT hubs, manufacturing plants, and historical sites. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
Heartwarming news. The future of Kashmir is its youth. When they connect with their counterparts in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, or Punjab, they realize how much we all have in common despite different languages and food. Unity in diversity is our strength.

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