PM Narendra Modi on Youth Empowerment and Veer Bal Diwas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significant role of youth energy in India's progress, noting that the global community views India with hope due to its dynamic youth. Speaking at Veer Bal Diwas in New Delhi, he highlighted the continuous contribution of Indian youth from the freedom struggle to modern movements.

Government Initiatives for Youth Empowerment

• Youth-Centric Policies: The government focuses on empowering youth through various policies: 
  • Startup ecosystem development
  • Space economy advancements
  • Sports and fitness sector growth
  • Fintech and manufacturing industry support
  • Skill development and internship schemes
• Technological Advancements: Emphasized the need to prepare youth for future shifts, including AI and machine learning.

Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan

• Launched to improve nutritional outcomes and eliminate malnutrition.
• Includes a competition among anganwadis with 1,000 gram panchayats receiving Rs 1 lakh each for nutrition improvements.

Veer Bal Diwas and Historical Sacrifices

• Veer Bal Awards: Acknowledged 17 children for their bravery.
• Sahibzadas' Sacrifice: Reminded of the sacrifices by Sahib Zorawar Singh and Sahib Fateh Singh, who stood firm against the Mughal sultanate.
• Their bravery is linked with spiritual strength from historic figures like Guru Arjan Dev and Guru Gobind Singh.

Significance of Veer Bal Diwas

• Marks the 75th year of the Indian Republic and the Constitution.
• Highlights that every citizen draws inspiration from the Sahibzadas.
• Reinforces the principle that no individual is small or big, aligning with the teachings of the Gurus.