Participants of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 expressed admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. They noted that the ideas put forth by the country’s youth during the dialogue seemed to have impacted key aspects of the Union Budget 2026–27, highlighting the increasing involvement of young people in policymaking. Aman Hembrom from Ranchi emphasized that the platform represented the collective voice of the nation’s youth, not just individual opinions.
Several participants, including Nimisha Suryavanshi from Haryana’s Hisar, shared their experiences of presenting innovative ideas during the dialogue. Suryavanshi mentioned the Prime Minister’s focus on encouraging youth-centric thinking and innovation. She highlighted the positive feedback received for her proposal centered on enhancing agricultural productivity. Dipayan Sunder Ghosh from Nadia described the dialogue as a valuable experience, noting the significance of youth suggestions being acknowledged in the national budget.
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026, held in New Delhi from January 9 to January 12, saw the participation of around 3,000 young leaders from various parts of the country. The event featured activities such as digital quizzes, essay competitions, and policy presentations. Recommendations stemming from these interactions were integrated into national policy discussions and the Union Budget framework. Prime Minister Modi and Finance Minister Sitharaman highlighted that the Union Budget 2026–27 aims to address the aspirations of India’s youth by translating the dialogue’s discussions into actionable policy measures.
