NewKerala.com

Youth Drive India's Future: VP Radhakrishnan Engages Darjeeling Delegation

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan interacted with a youth delegation from Darjeeling, stating that young people represent the aspirations of a confident India. He discussed critical issues including outmigration, sustainable tourism, and disaster resilience specific to hilly regions. The VP emphasized the importance of preserving cultural identity and heritage while pursuing development and economic opportunities. He expressed confidence that the youth would contribute significantly to building a self-reliant and developed India.

Key Points: VP Radhakrishnan: Youth Embody Aspirations of Confident India

  • Youth as key asset for Viksit Bharat
  • Addressing outmigration & cultural preservation
  • Promoting sustainable tourism in regions
  • Enhancing disaster resilience in hills
2 min read

Youth embody aspirations of confident India: V-P Radhakrishnan

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan interacts with Darjeeling youth, discussing migration, sustainable tourism, disaster resilience, and heritage.

"The youth embody the aspirations of a confident and forward-looking India. - Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan"

New Delhi, Feb 24

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan, on Tuesday, interacted with a youth delegation from Darjeeling at the Vice-President's residence, noting that the youth embody the aspirations of a confident and forward-looking India.

Describing India's demographic strength as one of its greatest assets, Vice-President Radhakrishnan said that the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' calls upon young citizens to contribute with innovation, integrity and enterprise.

Self-reliance, he emphasised, reflects confidence in our abilities and pride in our heritage.

During the interaction, students raised questions on outmigration, sustainable tourism, disaster resilience, Darjeeling tea and sports infrastructure.

The Vice-President said it was a matter of great pleasure to receive vibrant young minds from a region known for its natural beauty, rich culture and significant contribution to the nation.

He noted that the youth embody the aspirations of a confident and forward-looking India.

Rajya Sabha member, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, was present on the occasion.

Asked about migration, Vice-President Radhakrishnan said that it is a global phenomenon driven by economic aspirations, but stressed the importance of preserving identity, culture and traditions.

Highlighting the need for sustainable tourism, he stressed on environmentally responsible development to strengthen the regional economy.

Referring to the vulnerability of hilly regions, the Vice-President underlined the importance of enhanced disaster preparedness, improved infrastructure and coordinated efforts, including initiatives such as the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI).

He also acknowledged the global reputation of Darjeeling tea and encouraged value addition and entrepreneurship.

On sports, he emphasised the need for integrated infrastructure and institutional support to nurture grassroots talent.

The Vice-President expressed happiness at seeing the youth in their traditional attire and said that he has immense respect for those who make conscious efforts to preserve their culture and traditions.

He urged the youth to remain rooted in their heritage while embracing the opportunities of a changing world, and expressed confidence that they would contribute meaningfully to nation-building and to the vision of a developed and self-reliant India.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
It's good to see leaders engaging with youth from all corners of India. The mention of 'Viksit Bharat' is inspiring, but I hope these discussions lead to concrete policies for job creation and infrastructure in hill states to actually curb outmigration.
R
Rohit P
Darjeeling tea is world famous! Encouraging entrepreneurship and value addition there is a brilliant idea. We need to brand and market our heritage products better. Self-reliance starts with celebrating what we already excel at. ☕
S
Sarah B
The emphasis on disaster resilience in hilly areas is so important, especially with climate change. The CDRI initiative sounds promising. Hope the focus on infrastructure includes making it climate-resilient from the start.
K
Karthik V
While the sentiment is good, these interactions often feel symbolic. The real test is whether the concerns raised about sports infrastructure and migration lead to actionable budgets and timelines. Our youth need platforms, not just platitudes.
M
Meera T
Preserving culture and wearing traditional attire with pride is a beautiful message for the youth. In a globalized world, staying rooted gives us a unique strength. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50