The Indian government has launched an accessible service for the youth via WhatsApp. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has integrated the MY Bharat portal with a WhatsApp chatbot. This integration aims to provide easy access to government schemes, volunteer opportunities, and resources for young people. By sending a simple ‘Hi’ to 7289001515 on WhatsApp, users can access these services.
The features include:
* Volunteer opportunities.
* CV creation tools.
* Mentorship connections.
* Organization joining and creation.
* Issue reporting and solutions.
* 24/7 helpdesk support.
All features are provided in simple language within WhatsApp.
Future updates will include:
* Direct registration in the app.
* Event photo/video uploads.
* Document and certificate delivery.
* Reminders and task tracking.
* Government scheme information on mobile.
The initiative is a collaborative effort between the Digital India Corporation (MeitY) and the Department of Youth Affairs, aiming to support and connect the youth across India.