- Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agarwal inaugurated ‘My Bharat Budget Quest 2026’ in a grand manner
- National initiative to connect youth with budget and policy-making, 471 participants selected from 30,000
- 17 new My Bharat offices to be opened in Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agarwal attended the grand launch of “My India Budget Quest 2026” at Triple IT, Naya Raipur, as the chief guest. Interacting with the youth, he said, “Youth power is the real strength of a developed India,” and this event provides a powerful platform to connect youth with economic policies and nation-building.
This event is part of the ‘My India’ initiative, run under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, which aims to strengthen the understanding of the Union Budget 2026 among the youth and the general public, so as to make the budgetary provisions more accessible, relevant and citizen-centric. The presence of 471 participants selected from around 30,000 youth from across the country at the event reflects the scale and competitiveness of the event.
In his address, Chief Guest Mr. Agarwal stated that the budget is not merely a compilation of statistics, but a roadmap for the country’s development. He urged young people to use this platform to learn, reflect, ask questions, and express their views. He stated that democracy becomes stronger when young people understand and actively participate in the policy-making process. He also emphasized that every citizen, especially young people, must be aware of how and in what areas taxpayers’ money is being used, which fosters a sense of responsibility and awareness.
During the event, Mr. Arpit Tiwari, State Director of My Bharat Chhattisgarh, presented the outline of “Budget Quest 2026,” explaining that this initiative is engaging youth in creative and nationally relevant programs throughout the year. He stated that ensuring youth participation in the vision of a developed India 2047 is crucial, and this platform provides them with an opportunity to express their views and contribute to policymaking. He informed that “My Bharat” was announced by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on October 31, 2023. It is an autonomous organization that works for, with, and by the youth, with the core motto of “Sanskar (culture) through service.” Mr. Tiwari further stated that there are plans to establish My Bharat offices in all 763 districts of the country, with 17 new offices being opened in Chhattisgarh. Through these offices, youth will be empowered through capacity building, training, and programs such as youth exchange programs.
In his welcome address, Mr. Omprakash Vyas, Director of IIT Nava Raipur, said that the presence of 471 young people, selected from among 30,000 participants, is a testament to their talent, hard work, and commitment. He added that this is a significant occasion in the history of independent India, when youth are being empowered not only as beneficiaries of schemes but also as active participants in the nation-building process. He encouraged the youth, saying that this platform provides them with an opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute to the country’s development.
At the conclusion of the program, Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal wished all participants a bright future and expressed confidence that events like My Bharat Budget Quest 2026 will continue to inspire youth to become aware, capable, and actively participate in nation-building. Raipur Municipal Corporation Commissioner Shri Vishwadeep also attended the event. At the end of the program, Shri Nitin Sharma, Deputy Director of My Bharat Chhattisgarh, expressed his gratitude to all guests and participants.