Patna’s rising star Aayushi Arya, fresh from her role as presenter at the prestigious Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026, is convinced that India’s youth are the driving force behind PM Modi’s developed India dream.
The event stands as a testament to the Prime Minister’s dedication to youth involvement, bridging the gap between young aspirations and national policy formulation.
A local graduate and dedicated My Bharat volunteer, Aayushi delivered compelling thoughts on female leadership in development right before PM Modi. In an IANS interview, she beamed with pride: ‘It was surreal to voice youth concerns at such a forum, and the positive nods from top leaders boosted our confidence immensely.’
PM Modi envisioned youth as a dynamic think tank, free-thinking and idea-rich. Aayushi rejoiced at Gen Z gaining acclaim for its ingenuity, shedding lazy labels. This platform has empowered youth to co-create policies, marking a historic inclusion in decision-making circles.
A milestone came when the Finance Minister invoked the dialogue in the budget speech, framing it as youth-powered. ‘Our ideas are visibly shaping budgets and governance,’ Aayushi exclaimed.
The strategic bet on the orange economy—content, culture, digital creators—resonates deeply in the Gen Z era, potentially unlocking economic frontiers for India.
Breakthroughs in Digital India, drones, defense innovations, and hi-tech domains will equip India for global rivalry, fostering Atmanirbhar Bharat and setting international benchmarks.
Aayushi stressed the government’s reliance on youth-led and women-centric progress, securing Viksit Bharat 2047’s foundation. Quoting PM Modi, she rallied youth: ‘Time to create jobs, not just seek them—dive into tech, innovate via startups, fuel India’s rise.’ Confidence plus governmental backing will propel India to global leadership.