| The young of India, although being the "Future of India", is more importantly "Present" India's In this era of AI, they are the "AatmaNirbhar Innovation" drivers of ideas and innovation. The secret to a fit and healthy India is having a young mind, body, and spirit. With India holding the coveted G20 presidency this year, this is an excellent time for our kids to show off their abilities, talents, and artistic creations as well as demonstrate their dedication and conviction to the betterment of the country. |
Rig Veda: The youth are the ones who pave the way for a better world.
India now has a youth bulge, with the median age being 29.
Under PM Modi's vision for India @2047, young empowerment is viewed as a crucial first step towards building an empowered future.
The working-age population in India, or those aged 15 to 64, makes up 67% (or 80 crores) of the overall population, or the demographic dividend.
Due to its demographics, the years 2020 to 2050 are seen as the Indian economy's "golden" years.
India has the third-largest startup ecosystem in the world and claims one unicorn out of every ten worldwide. The increase has been rapid, from a nation with only 4 unicorns in 2014 to one with more than 100 by 2022.
Throughout 656 districts in India, there are approximately 77,000 government-recognized startups operating in 56 different industrial sectors, including IT services, healthcare, life science, education, professional services, agriculture, food & beverage, etc.
The availability of data, services, marketing channels, outreach, and reduced burden of the high cost of doing business and compliances is another important component for building a sustainable startup ecosystem.
From the 81st slot in 2015 to the 40th spot in 2022, India's position on the "World Innovation Index" has advanced quickly.
These programmes and achievements are founded on India's climb to competitive international standards and the local creation of an environment that supports the nation's youth. For instance, the GeM platform has made it simple to address access to the market, a significant obstacle for businesses.
The goal of Digital India is to connect even the most isolated parts of India. In addition to lowering the risk factors for new entrepreneurs, the IoT revolution and IT have helped the Indian market make a seamless shift to one that is contemporary, vibrant, and cutting edge globally.
With a goal of overtaking the third-largest economy in the world by 2030/2031, India's multifaceted expansion is reflected in its economy, which has grown from 2 trillion dollars in 2014 to 3 trillion dollars in 2019.
The government has introduced a number of programmes, including the PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana, the MUDRA programme, the Skill India Mission, and the MUDRA plan, to prioritise youth employability and skill development.
The second-largest employable sector of manufacturing sectors is substantially benefiting from the cyclical benefits of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) programme. Codification of labour laws was done to extend safety, unemployment, and pension benefits to the unorganised sector.
The government's twin objectives of improving the quality of life and making it easier to live have an implicit impact on the lives and potential of India's youth.
The New Education Policy, which is altering India's Educational System, was the most significant of the educational reforms. The new programme has highlighted efforts to increase reading and numeracy outcomes in primary schools while lowering dropout rates in middle and secondary schools.
Everyone can see the changes' primary aim. The system of medical education is another illustration of this. There were 387 medical colleges in the nation in 2014. Its number has expanded by more than 50%, reaching more than 600 medical colleges in 2022.
To ensure that "no one is left behind," the reach of education has been increased. In order to provide gifted Scheduled Tribal children with a top-notch education, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) have been established in tribal communities.
The number of All India Institute of Medical Sciences that are open or established has also been tripled by the government.
A new National Medical Commission (NMC) was established by the National Medical Commission with the goal of acting as the primary regulatory body for medical education in the nation. Moreover, NMC has increased accountability and transparency in medical education.
More than 11 crore household toilets have been constructed as part of the Swachh Bharat Mission, while more than 10 crore families have received cooking gas as part of the Ujjwala Yojana, making their homes smoke-free.
Around 98% of Indian homes now have access to electricity because to the SAUBHAGYA and Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana programmes.
Following the achievement of Swachh Bharat Mission 1.0, more than 1.34 lakh villages have achieved "Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus" status, meaning that collection, treatment, and reuse of solid and liquid waste has begun in these communities.
Just 3.23 crore (17%) of the country's rural households had access to running water at the time Jal Jeevan Mission was established. Now, a guaranteed supply of clean tap water is available to more than 10.75 crore (56%) rural homes.
The nation's youth hold the key to helping India realise its aspirations and possibilities going forward. The participation of today's youth will be crucial in ensuring that India becomes not only the largest economy but also a truly developed country in 2047, when India will be celebrating 100 years of independence.
In order to do this, the government has undertaken a variety of programmes to not only provide our kids with an education, skills, and a healthy lifestyle, but also to instill the proper value system, namely fraternity—the well-being of all. The emphasis must be on finding new ways to harness the enthusiasm and aspirations of our youth as India works to change its course in life.
With the enhancement of physical and psychological wellbeing, sports promote holistic development. Moreover, it enhances cognitive capacity.
Students gain a solid understanding of core values through athletics, including cooperation, discipline, teamwork, fair play, and tolerance.
Physical education and sports are incorporated into the curriculum as part of a comprehensive education (SDG 4: Promote inclusive and excellent education for all and promote lifelong learning).
It further improves social connectedness among groups and cultures. Also, it is necessary for participation in future group activities and in the workforce.
It promotes both social and individual growth.
Integrating sports into the classroom boosts productivity, strengthens human capital, and promotes peace.
As a result, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 places a strong emphasis on integrating sports into educational strategies that make use of physical activities, especially indigenous sports.
The National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE), which is currently being designed, will incorporate sports, fitness, and other topics into the academic programme while keeping in mind the aforementioned guidelines.
On August 29, 2019, the FIT India movement was established with the goal of integrating fitness into daily life.
The World Health Organization claims that exercise helps foster cognitive growth and healthy mental health.
The goal of FIT India is to modify people's behaviours and encourage them to lead more physically active lives.
The purpose of this is to promote exercise as a simple, enjoyable, and cost-free hobby.
through targeted advertising, raise awareness of fitness and the numerous physical activities that support it.
to promote native sports.
to ensure that every school, university, panchayat, and village are all active.
the creation of a forum for Indian individuals to exchange knowledge, raise awareness, and promote the sharing of personal fitness narratives.
The FIT India Samagra Shiksha Programme has undergone a number of initiatives to increase its impact and raise awareness of it. For example, all government schools have received an annual sports stipend under the programme.
If at least two students from a school win a medal at the national level in the Khelo India school games, an additional sports award of up to Rs 25,000 has been made available to schools.
FIT India School Movement: In the months of November and December, schools are encouraged to host a FIT India School Week.
FIT India School Week: FIT India School Week was established in 2019 to promote fitness awareness among children and their parents, teachers, and school staff.
The FIT India Quiz was launched in 2021 with the intention of enhancing its presence in schools and disseminating the FIT India message to students.
FIT India Freedom Run 3.0: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced the launch of FIT INDIA FREEDOM RUN 3.0. The Department of Sports has developed a rating system based on the tools available in the FIT India Schools in order to make it a movement of the people.
The Department of School Education and Literacy has invited all schools to participate in order for them to get a 3- or 5-Star rating from FIT India.
To increase awareness, the FIT India mobile app has been created
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The sporting environment in India has altered tremendously in recent years. |
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Today, sport plays a significant role in a nation's socioeconomic progress. |
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India is a talent hotspot, particularly in the sports industry. The Government has been playing a significant role in promoting sports and fitness in the nation. All these recent measures have offered much-needed systemic interventions and a change in thinking regarding sports. The way India approaches sports and games will alter as a result of the government's all-encompassing approach to sports and emphasis on fitness. |
Although there are different definitions of youth, those between the ages of 15 and 44 are generally regarded as youth. Thus, this age range encompasses early adulthood(15 to 19 years) and late youth (20 to 44 years).
One of the healthiest subgroups of the population is young people. The mortality and disease load is lowest for this age group. Nonetheless, there are other issues that are more prevalent in this age range, like injuries from traffic accidents. Also, the health habits that are practised in this age group affect their health later in life.
Youth, who are the most productive age group, significantly boosts the nation's economy.
The younger generation, however, has a lot of health problems because of their physiology, behaviours, food, jobs, etc.
India is currently eighth on the list of nations having the least amount of physical activity worldwide.
In addition, statistics indicate that 3 out of 4 young people and adolescents do not engage in enough physical activity to meet the guidelines.
For the people in this age range, mental health presents a serious challenge. Academic or professional performance, violence, poverty and unemployment, stigma, marginalisation, discrimination, humanitarian crises, etc. are some of the causes of mental health problems.
Usage of alcohol and other drugs is strongly linked to a number of risky behaviours that can lead to other ailments.
Usage of tobacco: It increases the risk of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and other lifestyle illnesses as well as cancer.
Physical inactivity: Just 20% of the youthful population is thought to exercise sufficiently. Females who are inactive tend to be very prevalent.
Diabetes and hypertension: With 1 in 10 persons in India suffering from diabetes, the disease is on the verge of becoming a pandemic. One in five people also suffer from hypertension.
Many health issues, particularly chronic disorders, can have long-lasting repercussions as people age even though they first manifest in their childhood.
The Ayushman Bharat initiative, which includes a health and wellness centre, places a strong emphasis on nirogi, or the prevention of sickness by the adoption of a better lifestyle.
The "FIT India" campaign seeks to improve people's fitness behaviours, particularly among youth.
This necessitates making the best use of all available means of enhancing the health of this age group. Interventions are needed in a variety of settings, including businesses, institutions, and schools.
In order to combat the present uptick in a number of diseases, it is imperative that school health services be strengthened and function as early intervention centres.
It is necessary to encourage workplace health by putting scales in the restrooms, setting aside time for exercise, placing huge equipment in
large workplaces, and promoting healthy cuisine on the cafeteria menu.
To start, there are many stigmas attached to mental illness. This is the reason why individuals avoid going to the doctor. However there are many similarities between mental and physical disorders. Both physical and mental diseases can be addressed with the appropriate guidance from qualified medical professionals and with drugs.
The WHO and many other health organisations recommend that people perform 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise or 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise each week.
Adequate sleep of at least six to eight hours per night strengthens our defences against illness, lowers stress, and keeps us healthy.
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India's youth, who make up around half of the population, are the backbone of the nation's development and economic prosperity. Individually, as a family, and as a country, prevention of negative health impacts in adolescents can have long-term benefits. |
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Youth-specific policies should emphasise adopting a healthier lifestyle, engaging in regular physical activity, and implementing health promotion and prevention programmes. |
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Tomorrow's nation will be made up of healthy youth today. |
• To combat climate change, preserve environmental resources, and reverse the decline of biodiversity, immediate action is needed.
• Initiatives to combat climate change spearheaded by youth could improve education generally and help the world reach net-Zero Emissions by 2030. Also, it would contribute to ensuring the standard of living for future generations on this planet.
• Development and preparation of strategic frameworks, policies, and processes, monitoring of land management, crisis, and disaster management, and biodiversity conservation would all require creative and targeted approaches.
• There are 1.8 billion people between the ages of 10 and 24 in the world today. The youth population is at its highest level ever. Furthermore, the majority of them—about 90%—live in underdeveloped nations.
• Kids who are critical thinkers can examine and criticise the prevailing power structures, difficulties, biases, and inconsistencies.
• Changemakers: They have the power to rally people and take action.
• Innovators: Young people can offer novel ideas and original solutions.
• Communicators: They are capable of promoting the cause among their peers both domestically and abroad.
• Leaders: If given the proper powers and obligations, they can be change agents.
• The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 15: Life on Land, can be greatly advanced by youth.
• By making sustainable lifestyle changes and having a beneficial effect on the environment, they can actively contribute to protecting and enriching the environment.
• The Indian Prime Minister put forth the LiFE concept at the COP26 conference of the parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Glasgow.
• It encourages leading a greener lifestyle that emphasises "mindful and intentional utilisation" as opposed to "mindless and wasteless consumption".
• It aims to motivate people to take small, frequent initiatives in the direction of a more sustainable future.
• The goal of the mission is to establish and cultivate a worldwide community of people known as "Pro-Planet People" (P3). These people will all be dedicated to promoting and living environmentally responsible lifestyles.
• For young people, social media is an important source of information. It can therefore be utilised to promote a larger social learning process for sustainable development.
• It is important to promote a sustainable way of living. Using reuse and recycling of resources as examples.
• Young social entrepreneurs need to be supported by an ecosystem that includes a robust commercial environment.
• Strengthening employment placement processes and educational programmes for green careers are necessary.
• Millennials, those born between 1980 and 2000, have spent their entire lives surrounded by electronic devices.
• These millennials depend on digital tools for their daily activities, and because of this, they are ideal candidates to help India's Digitised Economy take shape.
• A phenomenal amount of Internet-era businesses are founded by aspirant individuals under the age of 35.
• The startup movement is largely being driven by the same generation, which is not only open to new ideas but also eager to work hard and take risks in order to succeed.
• With a total valuation of $274 billion, India now boasts 81 unicorn businesses.
• Moreover, 90 of the founding members of the 500 US unicorns were Indian citizens.
• Startups known as unicorns are valued at one billion US dollars, or around Rs 8,000 crore.
• When they started their first businesses, many technopreneurs around the world were in their 20s.
• Looking at the "Forbes 30 Under 30" list of 2022, which includes representation from 22 nations and territories, it is simple to see that India is experiencing a startup boom. With 61, India is at the top list
• Another crucial field where many young people can be seen playing key roles is content creation.
• There are at least 8 crore artists and knowledge workers in India, and they use platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook to express themselves, create high-quality material, and make money.
• Opportunities are available not only in the metropolitan and large cities but also in the Tier-2 cities such as Pune and Indore. The 8 crore creators in India are a diverse group of people such as video streamers, content creators, influencers, creators on OTT platforms, bloggers, and those who create physical products.
• Gig economy is vital for the country since interest among youngsters between the age group of 16 to 18 in gig jobs has gone up by 750 percent, as revealed by a study.
• According to the N1TI Aayog, the gig economy employed an estimated 77 lakh (7.7 million) people in 2020–2021.
• By 2029–2030, it is expected that this gig labour will increase to 2.35 crore (23.5 million). Presently, medium-skilled jobs make up 47% of gig work, high-skilled jobs make up 22%, and low-skilled jobs make up 31%.
• Gig jobs are becoming more popular among young people because they are more willing to consider chances of all kinds.
• A nation with a sizable young population might take pride in having its own domestic market for digital goods and services.
• Education is important for the development of the nation and the future, thus it is encouraging to note that more Indian students are becoming interested in scientific and engineering majors.
• Every year, around 15 lakh technology graduates are produced by engineering institutes.
• The country is depending on its youth to significantly contribute to the expansion of India's digital economy as PM Modi has dubbed the 2020s the "decade of technology" (the "Techade").
• The demographic dividend India needs to rank among the world's top economies will be ensured by a youthful population that is tech-savvy, tech-skilled, and tech-confident.
Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, a young man who defeated Magnus Carlsen, the well-known global chess champion from Norway
• Participation in governance is one of the characteristics of good government. As 66% of the population is under the age of 65, young participation in governance is essential to the development of civic skills and the sustainability of long-term communities.
• Government launched the MyGov App, which centres the citizen.
• As the greatest democracy in the world, Sarvodaya and Antyodaya principles are deeply ingrained in Indian culture.
• Sarvodaya, which signifies the rise and upliftment of every citizen, is a composite word made up of the words sarva (all) and udaya (rise/uplift).
• The last person in line to rise is said to be doing an antyodaya.
• Participatory governance is essential to achieving Sarvodaya and Antyodaya and is the foundation of democracy.
• It is not sufficient to have effective government alone; it must also be proactive and pro-people. People are at the centre of progress because of good governance, according to PM Modi
• Citizens' participation and voice in the creation, implementation, and governance of policies that affect or have an effect over them are the foundation of participatory governance.
• The involvement of individuals helps respective governments create appropriate action plans at all levels, from the district to the national level.
• When society as a whole has widespread access to knowledge, the government is more effective and makes better decisions.
• By creatively utilising the internet, mobile apps, IVRS, SMS, and Outbound Dialing (OBD) technology for connecting with the population, MyGov has adopted different engagement methods like discussions, tasks, polls, surveys, blogs, speeches, pledges, quizzes, and on-ground events.
• Also, MyGov launched State instances in 19 States and has more than 2.9 crore Saathis registered (companions).
• The core of MyGov's outreach programme is its focus on young people. MyGov promotes Jan Bhagidari or participative governance by:
• Information Dissemination: MyGov serves as a one-stop shop for citizens and aids in connecting with the target audience. Effective distribution not only ensures the efficient transfer of new knowledge but also raises awareness and promotes cooperation.
• Transparency: MyGov serves as a one-stop shop for rapidly and digitally submitting nominations, which fosters a sense of trust and confidence among citizens.
• Transparency encourages accountability and informs the public about the actions taken by the government.
• Fact-checking: MyGov informs citizens of official announcements and facts.
• Collaborations: MyGov facilitates government-citizen and citizen-citizen partnerships. On "ideas," like-minded citizens can collaborate.
• MyGov serves as a fantastic networking resource for people who want to make a difference.
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