Overview
- India observed National Youth Day on January 12, commemorating Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary as the annual focus of youth engagement.
- The Government of India designated the date as National Youth Day in 1984 to link young people with his philosophy and civic responsibility.
- Schools and colleges hosted debates, speeches, essays, seminars and workshops that emphasized leadership, discipline and social responsibility.
- NCC and NSS units conducted community service, and several states held National Youth Festival events to showcase talent and ideas.
- Coverage highlighted the continued relevance of his message for Gen Z, with youth voices underscoring fearlessness, self-belief, perseverance, education and service.