The district-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 for Imphal West was successfully held at the Senate Hall of Manipur University, organized by the NSS Cell in collaboration with MY Bharat, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports of the Government of India. The event featured prominent attendees and enthusiastic youth representatives from the district. Prof. N. Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University, served as the Chief Guest, with Konsom Himalay Singh, Lieutenant General of the Indian Army, as the Special Guest. Other notable guests included Prof. Ch. Ihohal Singh, Dean of Students’ Welfare, and Prof. L. Santosh Singh, Programme Coordinator, NSS Cell. The function was presided over by Dr. Salam Danachandra Singh, Director of MY Bharat, Imphal West.
The program began with a ceremonial lighting of the traditional lamp, symbolizing knowledge, followed by a welcome address from Dr. Laishram Santosh Singh. He emphasized the importance of the Youth Parliament in promoting democratic values and youth engagement in nation building, linking it to the Viksit Bharat@2047 initiative and its theme, “50 Years of Emergency: Lessons for Indian Democracy.”
Nine nodal institutions have been assigned to conduct the District-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament, including Manipur University for Imphal West. Each institution must complete its events by February 28, 2026, and select five participants for representation at the State-Level Youth Parliament.
During the ceremony, two youth icons, Linthoinganbi Devi, an international footballer, and Th. Lansana Devi, NEZCC Young Talent Award recipient, were recognized for their contributions to the Yuva Connect spirit. Additionally, Konsom Himalay Singh honored NSS volunteers for their participation in the National Integration Camp at Gujarat University, acknowledging their commitment to national integration and service.
