23/08/2026
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โ๐๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ค๐ณ๐ข๐ค๐บ ๐ช๐ด ๐ฏ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ญ๐บ ๐ต๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ณ๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐ต ๐ต๐ฐ ๐ด๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ข๐ฌ; ๐ช๐ต ๐ช๐ด ๐ต๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ด๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด๐ช๐ฃ๐ช๐ญ๐ช๐ต๐บ ๐ต๐ฐ ๐ญ๐ช๐ด๐ต๐ฆ๐ฏ, ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ช๐ฃ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ข๐ต๐ฆ ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ข๐ค๐ต.โ
Following the grandeur of the opening ceremony, the first day of the Delhi Public School Jodhpur Youth Parliament 2026 โ Chapter 1 unfolded as a vibrant confluence of intellect, eloquence and youthful conviction. The delegates dispersed into their respective committees, where the formal proceedings commenced with earnest deliberations on some of the most significant constitutional, political, social and national concerns confronting contemporary India.
The Lok Sabha engaged in a comprehensive discussion on the constitutional and federal implications of the forthcoming Delimitation Exercise, while the Rajya Sabha examined the Uniform Civil Code under the theme โOne Nation, One Lawโ, deliberating upon its framework for implementation across India. The All India Political Parties Meet turned its attention to the UGC Regulatory Framework, examining the future of higher education and the impact of reforms on access, quality and institutional autonomy. The National Commission for Women considered the effective implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, with special emphasis on enhancing womenโs political representation and leadership. The NITI Aayog explored a CentreโState Partnership Model for Infrastructure Development and Uniform Teacher Training, while the Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs deliberated upon recalibrating Indiaโs strategic autonomy in response to the Donroe Doctrine.
The National Security Council examined the delicate balance between national security and democratic freedoms in the light of recent public protests and civil unrest. Meanwhile, the State Assembly of Rajasthan deliberated upon granting rural womenโs self-help groups administrative and financial control over village water distribution, bringing grassroots governance, womenโs empowerment and sustainable resource management to the forefront.
Across the committees, young parliamentarians displayed remarkable preparation, conviction and intellectual vigour. Arguments were advanced, viewpoints were challenged and perspectives were reshaped through the disciplined exchange of ideas. The National Press remained actively engaged throughout the proceedings, documenting the work of the various committees through incisive journalism and compelling photography.
As the intensity of deliberations gave way to celebration, the day culminated in a spectacular cultural evening, where talent, creativity and youthful exuberance took centre stage. Enthralling solo performances by Anchal Shambhavani and Mahi Lohia captivated the audience, while a vibrant dance presentation based on a retro theme and a captivating musical medley earned thunderous applause. The celebrations continued with a mesmerising dance performance titled โMusic Through Generationsโ, tracing the evolving journey of rhythm across the ages. The Secretariat Board further enthralled the audience with an energetic and memorable performance.
The Treasurer, Saksham Kumar, emphasising the power of constructive thought, observed that a generation that questions is also a generation capable of contributing meaningfully to the society. He further remarked that criticism often loses its purpose when it remains confined to identifying problems rather than seeking solutions. Reinforcing this thought, he invoked the words of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, underscoring the importance of remaining committed to the larger task of nation-building.
The Principal, Ms Abhilasha Shaw, congratulated the entire Youth Parliament committee on the successful commencement of this prestigious initiative and appreciated the collective efforts of the organisers, Executive Board Members, teachers and students. She highlighted the importance of such platforms in shaping informed, articulate and responsible citizens, capable of engaging thoughtfully with the challenges and opportunities of a dynamic democracy.
