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Meghalaya Youth Leaders to Shine at National Festival, State Launches Beautification Drive

Meghalaya will send 50 youth delegates to the National Youth Festival in New Delhi, where they will interact with national leaders and present ideas for a developed India. Concurrently, the state government has launched a community-led city beautification drive in Mawlai, distributing grants to 60 localities. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma emphasized this initiative as a shift towards participatory democracy, fostering direct communication between citizens and the government. These parallel efforts highlight Meghalaya's focus on empowering youth and engaging communities in grassroots development.

Key Points: Meghalaya Youth at National Festival 2026 & City Beautification

  • 50 youth leaders to represent Meghalaya
  • Platform for ideas on Viksit Bharat
  • City beautification grants up to ₹1 lakh
  • Focus on participatory governance
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Meghalaya youth leaders to attend National Youth Festival 2026

50 Meghalaya youth leaders to attend National Youth Festival in Delhi. State also launches community-driven city beautification grants and CCTV surveillance.

"Real governance and grassroots governance happen when there is interaction, when there is communication... - CM Conrad K Sangma"

Shillong, January 3

The Sports and Youth Affairs department of the Meghalaya government will organise a 'Meet and Greet' programme for youth delegates selected to participate in the National Youth Festival - Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026.

Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar will interact with and felicitate the selected participants during the programme. A total of 50 youth leaders from Meghalaya will represent the state at the national-level event scheduled to be held in New Delhi from January 9 to 12.

The National Youth Festival will bring together around 3,000 young leaders from across the country, providing a platform to present innovative ideas and perspectives for building a Viksit Bharat. The participants will showcase their talent, aspirations, and leadership potential before Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The initiative aims to empower youth voices and encourage active participation in nation-building, highlighting the growing role of Meghalaya's young leaders on the national stage.

Earlier, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched the City Beautification Drive under the My City Campaign in Mawlai, marking a step towards strengthening community-led urban development.

The initiative aims to work closely with Dorbar Shnong institutions to create clean, litter-free and more liveable neighbourhoods, reinforcing the government's focus on participatory governance and grassroots engagement.

As part of the programme, the Chief Minister on Wednesday distributed beautification grants ranging from Rs 75,000 to Rs 1,00,000 to 60 localities to support community-driven efforts to improve public spaces.

He also inaugurated the CCTV surveillance system at Mawlai Mawroh and launched the beautification drive through symbolic painting at Mawlai Bridge, Iewrynghep, covering areas under Mawlai Mawroh and Mawlai Iewrynghep.

Addressing the gathering, Conrad K Sangma highlighted the administration's shift towards participatory democracy, describing the programme as a unique CM Connect Event that encourages two-way communication between the government and citizens.

Emphasising community-driven development, he said, "Real governance and grassroots governance happen when there is interaction, when there is communication, and when suggestions and actions are being taken on the suggestions."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative, but I hope the selection process was truly merit-based and transparent. Sometimes these events become about connections rather than talent. The youth deserve a fair chance.
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Arjun K
The City Beautification Drive with Dorbar Shnong is a brilliant model of community-led development. More states should learn from this participatory approach. Real change happens at the grassroots.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Shillong, this is wonderful to hear. Empowering local institutions like the Dorbar Shnong is key to sustainable urban development. Wishing the youth delegates all the best in Delhi!
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Vikram M
Viksit Bharat needs ideas from every corner of India. Glad to see Meghalaya's youth being included. Hope they come back with new networks and implement what they learn for their own communities.
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Kavya N
The grants for beautification are a good start, but maintenance is the real challenge. Hope the community takes ownership long-term. Also, 50 youth leaders is a good number from one state! 👏

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