Lok Sabha Question No. 3542 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: District Level Bootcamps
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Shri Bidyut Baran Mahato, Dr. Hemang Joshi, Shri Chavda Vinod Lakhamshi, Shri Janardan Singh Sigriwal

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3542

TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## District Level Bootcamps

3542. Dr. Hemang Joshi:

Shri Janardan Singh Sigriwal:

Shri Chavda Vinod Lakhamshi:

Shri Bidyut Baran Mahato:

## Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:

- (a) the types of bootcamps being organised at the district level under
- MY Bharat and the thematic focus areas of these bootcamps;
- (b)  the  target  participants  of  these  district-level  bootcamps  and  the manner in which their selection being carried out;
- (c) the total number of bootcamps conducted so far and the number of youth participated;
- (d)  the  knowledge  partners  involved  in  conducting  these  bootcamps and the manner in which these bootcamps aligned with the objectives of Viksit Bharat @2047; and
- (e)  whether  the  Government  has  any  plan  to  promote  MY  Bharat scheme in Jharkhand and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS

## (DR. MANSUKH MANDAVIYA)

- (a) At  the  district  level,  MY  Bharat  is  organizing  Future  Youth Leaders  Bootcamps  with  a  focus  on  nurturing  leadership,  civic engagement, and future-readiness among youth. These bootcamps are structured around interactive dialogues with elected representatives such as Members of Parliament, MLAs, and PRI/Municipal leaders, along with knowledge experts. Through these sessions,  participants  explore  themes  like  youth  involvement  in nation-building, democratic participation, and public policy.

Additionally,  the  bootcamps  include  thematic  modules  covering  a broad range of areas-leadership and communication skills (including  public  speaking),  digital  and  financial  literacy,  career readiness,  community  engagement,  flagship  government  schemes, youth parliaments, and volunteerism. (b)  The  participants  targeted  for  these  bootcamps  are  youth  aged between  15  and  29  years  who  are  registered  on  the  MY  Bharat portal.  Priority  is  given  to  those  affiliated  with  registered  youth clubs or those actively engaged in community service and volunteering. The selection process is conducted through open calls for  applications  on  the  MY  Bharat  portal,  followed  by  shortlisting based  on  eligibility  and  expressed  interest.  A  conscious  effort  is made to ensure representation from diverse backgrounds, including urban and rural areas, tribal communities, marginalized groups, and women. (c) As of now, a total of 38 such bootcamps have been successfully conducted  across  various  districts,  with  active  participation  from 1,346 MY Bharat volunteers. (d)  These  bootcamps  are  supported  by  a  range  of  knowledge partners  including  industry  experts,  career  coaches,  government officials, youth mentors, startup founders, and elected representatives.  The  design  and  execution  of  the  bootcamps  are closely aligned with the objectives of Viksit Bharat @2047. It aims to build  a  generation  of  youth  who  are  confident,  skilled,  and  deeply committed  to  the  nation's  development.  The  bootcamps  promote youth leadership, civic responsibility, and innovation while equipping participants with critical life and career skills. They also contribute  directly  to  the  realization  of  the  five  resolves  of  Amrit Kaal  (Panch  Pran),  particularly  in  fostering  self-reliance,  pride  in heritage, and the spirit of putting the nation first. (e)  Under  the  MY  Bharat  Annual  Action  Plan  2025-26,  various programmes are planned across the country, including Jharkhand. These  include  the  MY  Bharat  Yuva  Mandal  Vikas  Abhiyan,  blocklevel  sports  meets,  distribution  of  sports  materials,  Viksit  Bharat Padyatras, district-level Yuva Utsavs, workshops on flagship schemes, observance of important days, and campaigns like Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, Swachhata Hi Seva, and the Future Youth Leaders Bootcamps.

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