Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) is honoured to announce the distinguished journalist and Padma Bhushan awardee, Rajat Sharma because the Chief Guest for the distinguished Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award 2023.
Renowned because the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV, Rajat Sharma’s invaluable contributions to journalism make him a perfect determine to grace the event. The award ceremony is scheduled to happen on December 10, 2023 on the ABVP National Conference in Delhi.
Who all will be awarded?
ABVP is proud to reveal the distinctive recipients of the ‘Professor. Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award’ for 2023. The recipients embody Sharad Vivek Sagar from Bihar, recognised for enabling Bharatiya youth from low-income and disadvantaged teams to obtain world-class training.
‘Millets Queen’ Sushri Lahri Bai Padiya from Madhya Pradesh is acknowledged for her unique work on the floor degree in the direction of the conservation and enrichment of Shree-Anna (Millets).
Dr. Vaibhav Bhandari from Rajasthan is well known for his excellent efforts in enhancing the usual of dwelling and elevating self-confidence amongst Divyangs. Each awardee will obtain a sum of Rs 1,00,000, a certificates, and a memento.
‘Prof. Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award’ recognises peoples’ contribution to societyÂ
ABVP National General Secretary, Yagywalkya Shukla stated, “The ‘Prof. Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award’ recognises excellent work in training, society, surroundings, and science by younger people.
As ABVP is celebrating its ‘Amrit Mohotsav Year,’ the choice committee has determined to confer this award to three people, deviating from the same old observe of awarding it to a single particular person. It is our privilege to have Shri Rajat Sharma ji because the Chief Guest, who’s a distinguished determine on the earth of Indian media and journalism. His energetic participation in scholar politics throughout the Emergency days may be very inspirational for all the scholars right now.”
This award, initiated in 1991, is introduced in reminiscence of Professor Yeshwantrao Kelkar, often known as the architect of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad and is remembered for his position within the organisational enlargement and strengthening of ABVP.
Prof. Yashwantrao Kelkar performed a big position in establishing and defining the ideological basis, organisational growth, and dealing methodologies of ABVP. This award is a joint initiative of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad and Vidyarthi Nidhi Trust, organisations dedicated to working for the progress and training of scholars.
Who is Sharad Vivek Sagar?
Sharad Vivek Sagar hails from the small village of Jeeradei in Bihar. He was launched to the teachings of Ramakrishna-Vivekananda at a really younger age. Driven by the objective of strengthening Bharat’s future, Sharad based ‘Dexterity Global.’ This initiative goals to empower future generations by way of academic alternatives and coaching, addressing varied challenges in youth training. ‘Dexterity Global’ has linked over 7 million younger residents from distant villages and cities of Bharat, bringing optimistic transformations to their lives. Former college students of ‘Dexterity Global,’ initiated by Sharad, have achieved victories in over 1,000 main nationwide and worldwide competitions and secured scholarships exceeding Rs 175 crores from the world’s prime 500 universities. More than 80 per cent of those college students come from low-income and disadvantaged households. Many ‘Dexterity Global’ alumni are actively contributing to enhancing Bharat’s status on world academic platforms. Sharad’s outstanding contributions are essential in uplifting the lives of Bharatiya youth.
Who is millets queen Sushri Lahri Bai Padiya?
Sushri Lahri Bai Padiya from the Dindori district of Madhya Pradesh, chosen for the Prof. Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award 2023, found the dietary worth of millets from her grandmother and mom, from which she obtained impressed to protect seeds of millets. She is actively engaged in conserving and enriching uncommon millet varieties, proudly owning a seed financial institution of 150 nutritious millets. Recognized as a ‘Millets Ambassador,’ Lahri Bai, belonging to the Baiga tribal group, has conveyed essential messages nationwide about good well being, nature conservation and dietary habits that align with right now’s wants, making her work exceptionally essential. Acknowledging Lahri Bai’s efforts, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised her, and on September 12, 2023, the Honorable President of Bharat, Shrimati Droupadi Murmu, honoured her with the ‘Plant Genome Savior Community Award’ in New Delhi. Popularly often known as the ‘Millets Queen,’ Lahri Bai is actively working for the upliftment of conventional farming.
Who is Dr. Vaibhav Bhandari?
Dr. Vaibhav Bhandari, initially from Pali, Rajasthan, has been chosen for the Prof. Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award 2023. He has demonstrated distinctive work in enhancing the standard of dwelling for individuals with disabilities. He has accomplished his PhD in Law. Facing life-altering challenges due to muscular dystrophy in his childhood, Vaibhav didn’t succumb to adversity however as an alternative showcased unwavering willpower to encourage social change. His actions have led to transformations in varied features of society, making pathways simpler for individuals with disabilities.
Dr. Vaibhav Bhandari has been on the forefront of service in varied sectors. Recognising his excellent environmental conservation efforts, the Rajasthan authorities’s Ministry of Forest and Environment honoured him in 2007. He has been honoured with a nationwide award by the Honorable President of Bharat, Shrimati Droupadi Murmu, for his contribution to supporting individuals with disabilities. His journey is outlined by dedication, resilience, and fervour for making a optimistic affect. His dedication to creating optimistic change units him aside on this outstanding journey.
ABVP National President Dr. Rajsharan Shahi, National General Secretary Yagywalkya Shukla, National Organising Secretary Ashish Chauhan, and Convener of Selection Committee, Prof. Milind Marathe, prolong heartfelt congratulations to the winners of the ‘Prof Yeshwantrao Kelkar Youth Award 2023’ – Sharad Vivek Sagar, Sushri Lahri Bai Padiya, and Dr Vaibhav Bhandari wishing them success of their future endeavours.
