Patna: Bihar’s talented youth delivered an impressive performance at the 29th National Youth Festival held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, proving that the state’s young generation is full of confidence, creativity and fresh ideas. The festival, organised on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, brought together selected young participants from 36 states and union territories. Throughout the event, Bihar’s representatives stood out through their participation in cultural programmes, leadership discussions and intellectual competitions, earning praise from audiences and judges alike.
One of the biggest achievements for the state came in the elocution competition, where Parth Kaushik secured second place at the national level. Competing against some of the best young speakers in the country, Parth impressed the jury with his clear thoughts, strong arguments and confident presentation. His success showed that Bihar’s youth are not only rich in cultural talent but are also capable of expressing powerful ideas on national platforms. For his achievement, he was honoured by Union minister of youth affairs and sports Mansukh Mandaviya and minister of state for defence Raksha Nikhil Khadse.
Bihar’s presence was also felt strongly in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, a special platform where young people shared their views on nation-building. Ayushi Arya from Patna was selected to give a presentation before Prime Minister Narendra Modi on topics such as innovation, development and youth leadership. The dialogue focused on important national themes including Fit India, Hit India and women’s leadership, giving young participants a chance to directly present their ideas to the country’s top leadership.
In the cultural segment, Mahima Maurya brought further recognition to Bihar by being selected for a special national singing group. This group will perform Vande Mataram in front of the prime minister, and the programme will be telecast live on Doordarshan News. The performance is expected to highlight India’s unity while also showcasing Bihar’s cultural identity on a national stage.
Officials said the Bihar department of art and culture played an important role in preparing and guiding the participants. Under the leadership of joint secretary Mehboob Alam, who worked as the nodal officer, officials from Patna, Nawada and Begusarai coordinated closely to support the youth. The strong performance of Bihar’s participants at the National Youth Festival reflects the growing confidence and potential of the state’s young people, who are increasingly ready to contribute to the nation’s cultural, intellectual and leadership future.
