Youth power will build a new India: BJP chief Nitin Nabin

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presents an idol of Lord Ganesh to BJP National President Nitin Nabin during the Shakti Kendra Convenor Conference (Western Region) in Meerut on September 21, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Monday (September 21, 2026) stressed that youth power will shape the future and vision of a ‘Developed India by 2047’ and called upon the young generation to contribute to nation-building by associating themselves with the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’.

Addressing the Yuva Samvad programme in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, the BJP chief said: “I urge the youth to contribute to nation-building by associating themselves with the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047 as envisaged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Your determination, study, experience, and patience are the foundations of success. Every youth possesses immense energy, talent, and intellectual capacity, and if this strength is given the right direction, then the youth can take the country to new heights.”

The BJP president, who is on a two-day visit to Uttar Pradesh, emphasised the importance of a drug-free life, patriotism, yoga, meditation, and environmental conservation. Describing youth as the most powerful force in shaping the future of the country, Mr. Nabin said after Independence, the country was often viewed from a regional or individual perspective, but now, with the mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas’, 140 crore Indians have to move forward together in unity.

“India is today the country with the largest young population in the world, and therefore, the responsibility of the youth is the greatest. The present generation needs to avoid ‘shortcuts’ in life. Today’s youth may watch ‘reels’, but what they truly like is what is ‘real’, that is, reality. The reach of artificial things is limited; therefore, one should set a goal in life and move forward with a clear resolve and a proper road map. Whether students become doctors, engineers or entrepreneurs, their ultimate goal should not be limited to their own or their family’s development, but should be nation building,” he said.

Mr. Nabin expressed concern over the growing prevalence of drug abuse in society and urged everyone to join the drug-free campaign launched by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15. Calling studies, experience and patience as pillars of leadership and success, the BJP chief added that the youth must develop these qualities.

“The three main pillars of leadership are studies, experience and patience. By imbibing these in life, leadership capabilities can be developed in any field. Similarly, while a 100-metre race tests a person’s speed, a long-distance race tests ‘stamina’, that is, patience and endurance. Life is a long race. If the youth maintain their endurance and consistency, they will certainly be able to cover the long distance and reach their destination,” he said.

Earlier in the day, Mr. Nabin paid floral tributes to fallen soldiers at the Indian National Army Martyrs Memorial and Park. After addressing the youth programme, he took part in a ‘Shakti Kendra Sammelan (Western Region)’ and held special meetings with former office-bearers, Members of Parliament, legislators and senior workers of the Western Region.

On Tuesday (September 22, 2026), Mr. Nabin will hold an interaction in Meerut with eminent personalities and distinguished citizens of the region. Thereafter, he will visit the historic Augharnath Temple in the town to offer prayers.

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