MP Youth Conclave inspires 5,000 youths, CM unveils Youth Year

More than 5,000 young participants from across Madhya Pradesh gathered at the Brilliant Convention Centre in Indore on Saturday, July 11, as the 'My Youth – My Pride Conclave 2026' got underway with a focus on youth leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, skill development and employment.Organised under the theme "Ideas Today, Impact Tomorrow", the conclave has brought together students, entrepreneurs, innovators, artists, athletes, professionals and young leaders to exchange ideas, interact with policymakers and industry experts, and contribute to the state's development agenda.
The day-long programme featured keynote sessions, panel discussions, interactive workshops, networking opportunities, cultural performances and motivational talks. Youth bike and cycle rallies also formed part of the event, promoting community participation and inspiring young people to engage in social and developmental initiatives.Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said, "In the city of Maa Ahilya, the 'My Youth – My Pride Conclave 2026', a major program dedicated to the youth's commitment to building a developed Madhya Pradesh was held... we attempted to celebrate 2025 as the Year of Employment and Industry to provide employment opportunities to people in our state's industry, trade, and business, and to eradicate poverty. The result was that MoUs worth approximately Rs 30 lakh crore were signed within our own state through GIS. For the first time, the concept of a Regional Industry Conclave emerged in Madhya Pradesh. Because of this, large-scale domestic and foreign investment came across our state, where we could never have imagined. Investments worth over Rs 10 lakh crore were realized..."

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The chief minister said the conclave reflects the government's commitment to empowering young people and creating greater opportunities through employment, entrepreneurship and industrial growth. He highlighted the state's investment drive, saying the Global Investors Summit and Regional Industry Conclaves had helped attract large domestic and foreign investments across Madhya Pradesh.
Participants included students, startup founders, MSME representatives, technology enthusiasts, social workers and professionals from sectors such as education, sports, agriculture, healthcare, information technology, culture, environment and skill development.Several government departments and partner organisations also showcased schemes related to youth welfare, entrepreneurship, digital governance, tourism, employment, sports and skill development, making the conclave a platform for knowledge-sharing, networking and collaboration aimed at strengthening youth participation in building a developed Madhya Pradesh.