Imran Shah
New Delhi: Ayaan Saroori, a higher secondary school student, writer, and public speaker from Jammu and Kashmir, is among the selected participants attending the four-day Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026, being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
The national-level dialogue has brought together selected toppers and outstanding young achievers from across the country to present innovative ideas and policy perspectives aimed at shaping India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.
The programme serves as a platform for youth to engage directly with policymakers, administrators, and subject experts on key issues such as education, governance, technology, sustainability, and social inclusion.
Ayaan Saroori, who also contributes to regional newspapers, is presenting his ideas on youth participation, education reforms, and inclusive development.
His selection reflects the growing intellectual and creative contributions of young voices from Jammu and Kashmir to national policy discussions.
Speaking about the opportunity, Ayaan said the dialogue is “a rare platform for young citizens to move beyond classrooms and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s future.”
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026 is part of a broader national initiative to encourage youth-led thinking, leadership, and innovation in India’s developmental journey.DD