Vijayawada, January 4, 2026: The Hon’ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Sri S. Abdul Nazeer, interacted with the state’s youth contingent today at Lok Bhavan, prior to their departure for the 29th National Youth Festival in New Delhi.

The Governor exhorted the young delegates to act as ambassadors of Andhra Pradesh’s rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit. He emphasized that the youth are the primary architects of the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision and encouraged them to participate vibrantly in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) – 2026.

Key Highlights of the Program:

• National Representation: The contingent will represent Andhra Pradesh among thousands of participants from across the country at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from January 9 to 12.

• VBYLD 2026: The delegates will participate in the national round of the Young Leaders Dialogue, a platform designed to engage youth in policy-making and national development.

• Governor’s Message: Sri S. Abdul Nazeer lauded the hard work of the participants who emerged successful through the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) portal competitions.

The Governor concluded by wishing the contingent success, noting that their ideas and solutions presented at the festival would contribute significantly to a self-reliant and developed India.

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