Campus Times| Lucknow 

Around 300 students participated in a two-day National Youth Parliament organized at Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU), Lucknow, under the leadership of YuvaRashtra in collaboration with the Department of Political Science and Public Administration. In the competition, Sachin Mishra secured first place, Harshit Prajapati finished second, and Payal Yadav stood third. Winners were awarded trophies, medals, and certificates, while all participants received certificates of appreciation.

The event was held at the university’s Artificial Limb Centre and focused on strengthening democratic values among youth. The central highlight of the program was a debate on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Participants assumed the roles of Members of Parliament and engaged in discussions from both ruling and opposition perspectives. After detailed deliberations, the proposed bill was passed through voting in the simulated House.

Addressing the inaugural session, Uttar Pradesh Minister Satish Chandra Sharma encouraged students to actively engage in democratic processes. RSS regional office-bearer Manojkant Ji spoke on constitutional values and social reforms, while Women’s Commission Vice Chairperson Aparna Yadav urged youth participation in politics. The program was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjay Singh, who emphasized the importance of institutional dialogue in strengthening democracy.

On the second day, IAS officer and Chief Minister’s Advisor Avnish Awasthi stressed that understanding the Constitution is essential for complete education. Dr. Rajkumar, Vice-Chancellor of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, highlighted the need for regular Youth Parliament initiatives. The valedictory session was addressed by former Deputy Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Dinesh Sharma, who described the Youth Parliament as an opportunity for youth to prepare for nation-building.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Ashutosh Pandey, marking the successful completion of the National Youth Parliament.