India, Aug. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
India's BRICS Chairmanship 2026 successfully hosted the BRICS Youth Council Meeting and the BRICS Youth Summit in Gandhinagar, Gujarat on 19 August 2026. These events were organized by the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. The theme of India's BRICS Chairmanship is "Building for Strength, Innovation, Collaboration and Sustainability." The BRICS youth events adopted a people-centered and humanity-first approach, aligning youth cooperation with the broader priorities of the BRICS framework.
The inaugural session was attended by Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Harsh Sanghvi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Acting Chief Secretary of Gujarat Government Dr. Anju Sharma, Additional Secretary, Department of Youth Affairs Shri Nitesh Kumar Mishra and Heads and representatives of delegations from BRICS member and partner countries.
Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Harsh Sanghvi speaking at the inaugural session.
The BRICS Youth Summit brought together young delegates, young leaders, officials, and ministers from BRICS member and partner countries, providing an excellent platform for dialogue, exchange of views, and collective action on youth issues of importance to them. These events reiterated the crucial role of youth in advancing sustainable development, strengthening people-to-people ties, and building a more inclusive and prosperous future.
The BRICS Youth Summit focused on key priority areas of youth cooperation: education, entrepreneurship and future preparedness, inclusive growth and youth well-being, sustainability and environmental responsibility, and people-to-people cooperation and youth participation. These discussions provided an opportunity for young leaders and experts to share their perspectives, experiences, and innovations, while also exploring avenues for greater cooperation among BRICS youth.
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Smt. Defence Nikhil Khadse speaking at the inaugural session.
At the BRICS Youth Council meeting, held alongside the Youth Summit, representatives from BRICS member countries discussed key areas of youth cooperation. The Council deliberated on the draft Joint Declaration and the BRICS Youth Cooperation Framework, taking into account suggestions, national experiences, and best practices shared by member countries. The discussions helped reach consensus outcomes that will be crucial for the BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting to be held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on August 22, 2026.
BRICS member and partner representatives experienced the rich cultural traditions of Gujarat through traditional cuisine and cultural exchanges. This enhanced understanding and respect for India's diverse heritage, and provided opportunities for a meaningful exchange of ideas, experiences, and practices among the participating countries.
The successful hosting of the BRICS Youth Council Meeting and the BRICS Youth Summit in Gandhinagar in the vibrant cultural and institutional environment of the city reiterated India's commitment to strengthening youth-led cooperation within BRICS and providing a meaningful platform for youth to contribute to the shared priorities and future of the BRICS family.
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