Youth for nation-building — a trope that looks jaded from dreadful overuse. But Young Indians (Yi) have taken that trite old theme and burnished it to a glitter. It has made the process of turning students into leaders (and by extension, nation-builders) enjoyable for the students that have signed up for it.
Right now in Chennai, there is a handy illustration — Chennai Got Talent, a multi-level “talent mining” event involving college and school students across the city. Word about this talent event is being transmitted to the target group through a modern version of the bush telegraph. Young Indians has a presence in schools and colleges comparable to that of Rotary’s Rotaract Clubs.
In recent weeks, Young Indians Clubs at colleges and schools have been astir getting students to register for the auditions. Due to these efforts, registrations from 50 educational institutions have come in. Lest one gets the impression that Yi’s engagement with the student community is entirely on the lighter side of things, the movement offers a raft of programmes that seek commitment from students over an extended period of time.
That brings Yi Yuva into the picture. Yi Yuva bridges the gap between academia and industry by offering mentorship, internships and entrepreneurial guidance. This initiative empowers students with essential skills and networks, preparing them for successful careers and turning academic knowledge into real-world success.
It is time to step back and take in .