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Chapter 8: Youth Icons of India

20 Feb,2023 Download Pdf 5 Min Read

Introduction

The youth are an essential demographic and an essential force for development and change.
They have the power to alter social institutions, affect markets, and create policy.
These are essential to achieving the goals of AatmaNirbhar Bharat.
Indian youth icons include people like:

SUNDAR PICHAI

He runs Google as its CEO and in the year 2022, he received the Padma Bhushan Award.

SATYA NADELLA

He is the CEO of Microsoft, and in 2022, he received the Padma Bhushan award for his services to business and industry.

NAVEEN TIWARI

He established a business in the consumer internet space that has created very innovative online services including Glance and Roposo.

Some of the Prominent Youth Icons in the Field of Sports

Sharath Kamal Achanta: He is one of the most remarkable table tennis players in India who was granted the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2022.
Seema Punia: For her outstanding work in the sport of athletics, she was given the Arjuna Award in 2022.
Neeraj Chopra: In the men's javelin throw event at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020, he made history by earning India's first-ever athletics gold medal.

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, a young man who defeated Magnus Carlsen, the well-known global chess champion from Norway

Exercise IBSAMAR-IX (2026)

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tarkash has been deployed to South Africa to participate in the ninth edition of the India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime Exercise (IBSAMAR-IX). About Exercise IBSAMAR

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Swachh Bharat Mission–Grameen (SBM-G)

The Swachh Bharat Mission–Grameen (SBM-G) has evolved from a toilet-construction programme into a broader community-led sanitation movement focused on behavioural change, waste management an

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Rising Household Debt in India

India is witnessing a significant rise in household debt, while net financial savings have declined from their pandemic-era highs. This trend raises concerns about the sustainability of credit-dri

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Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP)

Why in the News? World Maritime Day 2026 was observed on 24 September 2026 under the theme “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence.” The theme highlights the importan

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India’s Shift Towards Deterrence by Punishment

Why in News? At DefCon 2026, India’s Defence Minister outlined a shift in the country’s national security doctrine. He cautioned against the “perimeter fallacy” and h

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Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026

Why in News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) organised Swachh Vayu Diwas 2026 on the occasion of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, observed annu

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Decentralised Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector

Why in News? The Decentralised Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector has gained attention because of its progress in expanding local-level grain storage capacity and strengthening agricu

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Geothermal Energy in India

Why in News? The Government of India’s push for geothermal energy development has brought renewed attention to India’s geothermal potential. This follows the notification of the Nat

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National Medical Commission (NMC)

Why in News? The National Medical Commission (NMC) recently proposed a Unique Identification (UID) system for doctors, which would allow doctors to practise across India without requiring separ

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India–Belgium Relations

Why in News? The Belgian Prime Minister’s September 2026 visit to India strengthened bilateral ties through the India–Belgium Joint Statement, the Investment Fast-Track Mechanism, a

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