Wednesday, January 8, 2025 The Union Government of India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledges the role of young Indian diaspora in enhancing India’s perception globally and therefore, several schemes have been introduced to nurture domestic young talent, providing them with the opportunity to shine on the world stage, said Dr S Jaishankar, Honourable External Affairs Minister addressing the Yuva Pravasi Bharatiya Divas ceremony here. “It is critical to invest in the youth power in order to achieve their full potential . The Union Government has launched several beneficiary schemes, such as Beti Padhao, Mudra, Ayushman Bharat, Jal Jeevan or Swanidhi schemes since 2014 showing our serious commitment.
Each of these schemes ensures the future of our youth.They will help in bringing their skill and creativity to the fore ensuring that India’s talent is fully available at a global workspace,” he said addressing the opening ceremony of the Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. Bhubaneswar is organising the 18th edition of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas for the first time.
On the first day, Youth Pravasi Divas was held to honour Young Indian diaspora between 21 to 35 years old who have been instrumental in shaping up India’s image in the international arena. Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas on January 9 and President Droupadi Murmu will confer Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards on the concluding day of January 10. Mohan Charan.