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Youth Convention Highlights Role of Young People in Social Change
News written by: Fr Ashwin Macwan SDB
A one-day Youth Convention on the theme “Youth in Social Change” was successfully organised by DRISTI at Don Bosco Kapadvanj on Sunday, 14 December, bringing together more than 160 young people from 18 surrounding villages.
The programme began on a solemn and meaningful note with the collective reading of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, reaffirming the foundational values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity. This symbolic act set the tone for the convention, underlining the role of youth as responsible citizens in shaping society.
Fr. Pratap Damor, Director of DRISTI Don Bosco, formally welcomed the participants and encouraged them to actively participate in the day’s deliberations. He appreciated the enthusiasm of rural youth and their readiness to reflect critically on the social realities affecting their communities.
The Chief Guest, Mr Himmat Chauhan, Founding Trustee of the Pochabhai Foundation, Kambe, delivered an inspiring address, urging young people to become aware and responsible citizens. He called on them to raise their voices against injustice and to work collectively for the welfare and holistic development of their villages.
Mr Shailesh Parmar, Programme Officer at DRISTI, delivered a thought-provoking input session on identifying the “enemies of our country,” including social evils, corruption, and injustice. He emphasised that meaningful nation-building begins with honesty and commitment in fulfilling one’s duties in everyday life.
The convention also featured the presentation of the Annual Report on Youth Activities by Mr Sanjay Parmar, a Staff Member of DRISTI Don Bosco. The report highlighted various initiatives, campaigns, and engagements undertaken by youth groups throughout the year.
A major highlight of the programme was a live debate on child marriage, moderated by Mr Shailesh Parmar. Youth participants expressed strong viewpoints on the motion “Child Marriage must be eradicated,” leading to lively, insightful discussions. The session concluded with a collective resolve to actively work towards eliminating child marriage from society.
Adding to the event's vibrancy, a selfie point themed on the Indian Constitution attracted widespread participation. Five youth groups also presented project work on the Constitution and Human Rights, which drew keen interest. Cultural performances aligned with the convention’s theme further enriched the programme.
Each youth group received sports articles as a token of encouragement. The convention concluded with a joyful lunch and group dance, while participants received souvenir leaflets containing the Preamble, Fundamental Duties, and Fundamental Rights of the Indian Constitution.
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