The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on 29 October 2026 that Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) is conducting a nationwide campaign to promote electoral awareness among young people, especially first-time voters. The initiative, titled ‘Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvad: Know Your Vote’, aims to familiarise youth with voting rights and civic responsibilities through discussions and quizzes. The campaign is scheduled to cover 500 universities, colleges, and institutions from 26 October to 5 November 2026. As of 29 October, 50 sessions have been held across 19 States and Union Territories, engaging 11,787 youth.
Key points
- Campaign period: 26 October to 5 November 2026
- Target: 500 universities, colleges, and institutions nationwide
- Progress: 50 Yuva Samvads held across 19 States/UTs as of 29 October
- Reach: 11,787 youth engaged so far
- Activities: Loktantrik Pledge, ‘Know Your Vote’ online quiz, and interactive sessions
When it applies
- nationwide campaign across 500 institutions
- nationwide campaign across 500 institutions
Who it affects
- youth in universities, colleges and institutions