Sudam Babu| State Bureau Chief Odisha

Subarnapur, November 5, 2026: A district-level edition of the ‘Viksit Bharat Youth Leadership Dialogue’ was inaugurated in Odisha’s Subarnapur district on Thursday, bringing together more than 100 young participants from different parts of the district to showcase their creativity, cultural talent and leadership abilities.

Subarnapur Collector Debashish Singh formally inaugurated the two-day programme, which has attracted students selected through various organisations representing all six blocks of the district. The initiative aims to provide young people with a platform to express their ideas, demonstrate their abilities and actively participate in activities associated with the vision of a developed India.

Students Showcase Their Creative Talents

The opening day featured a series of competitions designed to encourage artistic expression, communication skills and cultural awareness among participants.

Street play (Nukkad Natak) and painting competitions were organised at the District Culture Bhawan, while the poetry writing competition took place at Sonepur College.

Students enthusiastically participated in the different events, using their performances and creative expressions to communicate ideas and showcase their individual talents.

Senior Officials Encourage Young Participants

The morning session was attended by Additional Collectors Rajendra Majhi and Anjalina Pradhan, along with other district-level officials. The programme was conducted under the supervision of District Sports Officer Chittaranjan Mishra.

The afternoon session witnessed the felicitation of participants who secured top positions in the various competitions. Sonepur Vijay Maharana, both Additional Collectors and Municipal Chairperson Tamasie Tamasmita Nayak attended the ceremony as guests.

The dignitaries appreciated the efforts of the young participants and encouraged them to continue developing their creative abilities, confidence and leadership potential.

Cash Prizes Announced for Competition Winners

To recognise outstanding performances and motivate students, cash prizes were awarded to the winners in different categories.

In the street play competition, the first-place winner received Rs. 10,000, while the second and third-place winners were awarded Rs. 7,500 and Rs. 5,000 respectively.

The painting and poetry writing competitions also carried cash awards for the top three participants. Winners in these categories received Rs. 3,000 for first place, Rs. 2,000 for second place and Rs. 1,000 for third place.

The prize distribution ceremony added further excitement to the event, acknowledging the creativity, dedication and hard work demonstrated by the participating students.

Folk Performances to Mark the Second Day

The celebrations will continue on the second day with traditional folk song and folk dance competitions at the District Culture Bhawan.

These events are expected to provide another opportunity for students to highlight Odisha’s rich cultural heritage while promoting traditional art forms among the younger generation.

Youth Participation at the Centre of Viksit Bharat Vision

The district-level Viksit Bharat Youth Leadership Dialogue reflects the importance of involving young people in the broader vision of building a developed India.

By bringing together students from six blocks and providing opportunities to participate in literary, artistic and cultural competitions, the programme seeks to encourage confidence, creativity, leadership and community engagement.

The enthusiastic participation of more than 100 students has added momentum to the initiative in Subarnapur, highlighting the growing importance of youth-led activities in shaping the aspirations of a progressive and developed society.