The halls of Government PG College, Rajouri, echoed with passionate pleas for democratic vigilance as ‘My Bharat’ unveiled its district Youth Parliament. Marking 50 years since the Emergency, the program—backed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs—equipped students with a platform to dissect India’s political past.
Debators wove historical analysis with contemporary relevance, stressing the need to fortify fundamental rights and amplify citizen voices. Their oratory underscored how the Emergency’s scars remind us of democracy’s foundational pillars.
Esteemed adjudicators Dr. Mahmood Bazzar, Prof. Bashir Ahmad, Sandeep Sharma, Vikrant Sharma, and Sophia Sheheen awarded points for persuasive content, eloquence, self-assurance, and value alignment.
Nitin Hangloo and Dr. Khaleeq Ahmad masterminded the event’s flow, honored by chief guest Principal Dr. Anwar Shah and guests including Drs. Salim Wani and Murtuza.
The district’s finest 10 proceed to state contests, with victors heading to the national stage in India’s Parliament. This merit-based ascent celebrates youthful potential, fueling the ‘Viksit Bharat’ momentum toward a prosperous future.