Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune (VIT, Pune) has been providing high-quality education for the last 40 years. The institution today is even more than ever resolved in its mission of raising responsible, competent, and creative generations. On September 20, the Institute held a special event where such commitment to ensure that the students become an asset to the nation as its builders was demonstrated. The Central Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Minister Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, was present on the occasion and appreciated VIT for its efforts in moulding the youth population which will in turn ensure the Viksit Bharat that is a Developed India.
VIT and the ‘Youth Connect Program’ Viksit Bharat Ambassador
As a part of the last programme titled ‘Viksit Bharat Ambassador: Youth Connect Program’, students were seen involved in the interaction on different schemes run by the government aimed at building progressive India. Speaking to the excited audience, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse called on the present day youth to be engaged in growth-oriented and empowering government initiatives such as this one.
She pointed out the significance of the ‘My Bharat’ type of application in allowing these young people to interface with the Government and finding ways in which they can be of help to the country. Smt. Khadse congratulated the intelligent and able youth of India and insisted that the energies of the youth must be directed for the development of the country.
Government Programs and Initiatives That will Influence Change in India
Waking up to the reality of developing a fully functional society, one that is planned socially, economically, and technologically is equipping every Indian citizen as they are aware that it is towards preparing for the 100th year of Independence Day which is going to be held in the year 2047. In the course of the meeting, the pupils were presented the following government schemes that are actually the building blocks of the above vision:
Jan Dhan Yojana: Financial inclusion for all
Mudra Scheme: Support for entrepreneurs
Swachh Bharat: Cleanliness and sanitation for a healthier India
Digital India: Utilisation of information and communication technologies for the development of India
Khelo India: Promoting sports and fitness of the youth
These initiatives were also aided by interesting audio-visual shows that aroused the interest of the students in these initiatives and urged them to contribute to the nation’s development.
The Significance of the Youth Factor in Constructing a Developed India
In this regard, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse appealed to the youth to contribute to the development of the nation positively and expressed her optimism that the younger generation will mould their future. She cautioned that platforms provided by the government such as ‘My Bharat’ enable the youth to understand these schemes from the inside and actively work towards reengineering the nation.
Smt. Khadse also mentioned that students can expect to find such amazing jobs as space research and encouraged them to develop such fields with the help of the government. Moreover, she stressed the role of sports as a means of achieving mental equilibrium and discipline, which are essential for excelling in any field.
Vishwakarma Institute’s Commitment to Holistic Development
Bharat Agarwal, President of Vishwakarma Group of Institutions, reaffirmed VIT’s pledge of ensuring a holistic approach in its students. He beamed with pride as he stated that approximately 20% of the VIT students have already signed up on the ‘My Bharat’ portal, showing their interest in the great change the nation is undergoing.
Turning back to the value of VIT, Agarwal explained some measures taken by VIT where students don’t only perform well in classroom work but also become responsible and engaged citizens. These initiatives have positively influenced the students and helped them to play an active role in nurturing a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
Voices of Change at VIT
The event was attended by a host of students and dignitaries as well. Apart from Bharat Agarwal, people like Dr. Rajesh Jalnekar (Director, VIT), Dr. Siddharth Jabade (Vice Chancellor, Vishwakarma University), Dr. Vivek Deshpande (Director of Product Development), Prof. Mukund Kulkarni (Alumni and PR Officer), and youth icon Bishnu Hazari graced the occasion.
Kritika Bhandari presented the detailed aspects of the ‘Vikasit Bharat’ campaign and also went on to elaborate on her take on youth and how do you think young people can contribute to society that Bishnu Hazari.
A Day of Celebration and Inspiration
One of the event highlights included Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse planting trees on the VIT premises with the sports students, including Arya Bhivpatki, an international badminton player and a student at VIT. She also interacted with the winners of the Smart India Hackathon and praised their ideas and their work.
Participation of Smt. Khadse was appreciated by Bharat Agarwal, while the proceedings were conducted by Prof. Mukund Kulkarni. The function ended with a vote of thanks proposed by Ashutosh Kulkarni which left the audience charged with energy to work towards the nation's development.
Conclusion: VIT's Contribution Towards Viksit Bharat
VIT, Pune, continues to play a pivotal role in shaping India’s future by providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. With the support of visionary leaders like Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse and the dedication of the institution’s faculty and management, VIT is truly nurturing a generation that will help build a prosperous, developed, and inclusive India—a Viksit Bharat.
Through events like these, VIT not only reinforces its commitment to education but also inspires its students to become active participants in the country’s journey toward development and growth.
