International Youth Day Celebrated at Dhaunrapur

International Youth Day 2026 was celebrated with enthusiasm at the Government Higher Secondary School in Dhaunrapur under Dharmagarh Block of Kalahandi district. The programme was organised by RCDC and the Child Development Project with the objective of creating awareness among young people about their role in society and the nation. RCDC Field Coordinator Sandeep Kumar Nag conducted the programme and highlighted the significance of International Youth Day. He spoke about the importance of youth power, education, skill development, leadership and social responsibility. RCDC Project Manager Rabi Narayan Tripathy and Field Coordinator Bihari Raut were present on the occasion and encouraged the participating youths. School Headmaster Chaitanya Payasingh, TGTs Subhashini Durga, Pushpanjali Dharua and Tapaswini Durga, along with Gajapati Bandichhod and other school staff, also attended the programme. Around 50 young men and women from different areas participated in the event. Discussions were held on developing positive thinking, leadership skills, social responsibility and preparing appropriate plans for their future. RCDC Community Mobilisers Hukim Chandra Bhaisāl and Dibakar Bhaisāl played an important role in organising and conducting the programme successfully. At the conclusion, the participants were given the message that “Youth Power is the Strength of the Nation” and were encouraged to develop their skills and actively contribute to the development of society and the country.