The District-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Competition 2027, under the umbrella of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027, was organised by MY Bharat, Chümoukedima, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, at C-Edge College, Chümoukedima, on 3rd November 2026. The initiative aimed to promote youth participation in democratic processes, enhance awareness of parliamentary practices, and foster leadership and nation-building among young people.

The programme commenced with an invocation by Assistant Professor, Department of English, C-Edge College, Meyatemsu Longkumer, followed by a welcome address delivered by District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, K. Manikanta. The inaugural session was chaired by Duvolu Rakho, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, C-Edge College. A special presentation by Kupuli, a first-semester student, and a video presentation on the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026 highlighted the importance of youth leadership and active participation in shaping the nation's future.

The programme featured addresses by T. Lemlila Sangtam, NCS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chumoukedima; Dr. Chubatola Aier, Principal Emeritus; and Kepozo, winner of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026, who encouraged the participants to become informed, responsible, and active citizens. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Daisy.

The formal programme was followed by the Youth Parliament Competition, which witnessed the enthusiastic participation of representatives from various institutions. The participants demonstrated their understanding of democratic values, parliamentary practices, and contemporary issues of national importance through their presentations on “One Nation, One Election”.

The competition was adjudicated by Dr. Salikyu, Associate Professor, Tetso College; Dr. Amongla N. Jamir, Associate Professor, Dimapur Government College; and Dr. Wapanginla Ao, Assistant Professor, C-Edge College. The judges evaluated the participants based on their knowledge, presentation skills, argumentation, and parliamentary conduct.

Kiumuhean H. of Tetso College emerged as the winner, while Kimkhailiu of Patkai Christian College secured the first runner-up position. Anoli Sawomi of C-Edge College secured the second runner-up position, finishing third in the competition.

The competition served as a valuable platform for young people to enhance their public speaking, critical thinking, and leadership skills while strengthening their understanding of democratic institutions and civic responsibilities. It also encouraged aspiring young leaders to strive for excellence and advance to the state and national levels, with the opportunity to represent Nagaland on a prestigious national platform.

The event concluded with a renewed commitment to empowering young people as active contributors to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

(Limatoshi, IA Chumuokedima)