Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya set the stage ablaze at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026, exhorting youth to mirror ISRO astronauts’ discipline by rejecting drugs entirely. This clarion call came amid a vibrant forum designed to equip young Indians for leadership in a developed nation by 2047.
Drawing from ISRO’s recent feats, Mandaviya illustrated how rigorous training and zero-tolerance for distractions propel extraordinary achievements. ‘Astronauts train their bodies and minds to perfection; you must do the same to combat nasha,’ he urged, spotlighting the drug crisis eroding youth potential.
Interactive forums buzzed with energy as ISRO veterans shared insider tales of mission prep, from zero-gravity simulations to stress management. Young attendees brainstormed solutions, proposing tech-driven interventions like AI-monitored wellness apps and community sports leagues.
Mandaviya detailed policy pushes, including youth involvement in the National Anti-Drug Action Plan and collaborations with ISRO for motivational programs. ‘Only a nasha-mukt generation can fuel India’s rocket to Viksit Bharat,’ he emphasized, blending health advocacy with futuristic aspirations.
The event culminated in actionable pledges and networking opportunities, forging a network of committed leaders. With India’s youth demographic at its peak, the 2026 dialogue proves instrumental in channeling their energy positively, ensuring the nation’s tryst with development is powered by sobriety and stellar ambition.