Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 14: The Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs has informed all concerned that, as per the latest guidelines issued by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, the last date for submission of essays under the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD)–2027 has been extended to Oct. 22.
The enthusiastic participation of 1320 youths of A&N Islands have been highly encouraging and was appreciated by the organisers from the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The dedicated efforts and active cooperation of the Principals, faculty members, MY Bharat, NSS Programme Officers and all other staff members in motivating and facilitating youth participation are duly acknowledged and appreciated.
A total of 1,320 participants have been shortlisted for the Essay Round from among those who participated in the Quiz Round of VBYLD–2027. The shortlisted participants will now have sufficient additional time to prepare and submit their essays within the revised deadline of Oct. 22.
The shortlisted participants from the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are required to submit a 500-word essay on the theme “Blue Economy, Human Capital & Global Competitiveness”, assigned to the Islands under the Viksit Bharat Challenge Track.
All eligible participants are advised to utilise the extended time and submit their essays on or before 22nd October 2026 through the official MY Bharat Portal: https://mybharat.gov.in/
The Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs encourages all shortlisted participants to actively participate in this national initiative and showcase their innovative ideas and commitment towards nation-building.