Srinagar, May 12 (JKNS): The second day of AAROHAN 2026, National Youth Festival & Viksit J&K Young Leaders Dialogue, organized by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) J&K, was held successfully at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) here.
The event brought together talented youth leaders, innovators, and cultural contingents from across the country, continuing its mission to empower young minds.
The session featured a series of insightful PowerPoint presentations by young delegates on diverse and contemporary themes. Jaiveer Singh from J&K delivered a presentation on “Preserving J&K’s Cultural Heritage,” while Ishant from Maharashtra highlighted important perspectives related to the Himalayan Economy. Madhav Gupta from J&K spoke on “Border Youth,” emphasizing the aspirations and challenges of youth living in frontier areas.
An open interaction session with RJ Nasir added enthusiasm and engagement among participants. Manish Kashyp from Chhattisgarh presented on the growing concern of AI Deepfake Technology, whereas Salik from J&K again focused on the Himalayan Economy and its future prospects.
Sweta Shrivas from Chhattisgarh presented “Startup Swaraj,” encouraging youth entrepreneurship and innovation. Ivan Nelson from Meghalaya and Muskan Sahu from Chhattisgarh shared valuable thoughts on Entrepreneurship & Skill Development.
Krishna Reddy from Chhattisgarh delivered an impressive presentation on “Digital India & AI,” while Yoophica from Meghalaya highlighted the importance of Sports Fitness among youth.
The Hackathon segment also drew attention, where participants Rayees Ahmad and Shalinder Kumar introduced innovative ideas and prototypes. In a standout moment, a mobile app designed as a de-addiction digital tool by a young inventor was highly appreciated by the audience, showcasing technology’s positive role in mental health and lifestyle management.
The second half of the programme showcased the vibrant cultural diversity of India through mesmerizing performances by contingents from Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra. A spoken word performance by Heena Alam from Ghaziabad received widespread appreciation.
Special performances included a solo folk song by Rajput Janaksinh Vikrambhai from Gujarat, a solo song by Mohit Mehta from Rajasthan, and an energetic dance performance by Government College of Physical Education (GCOPE), Ganderbal Kashmir.
The programme concluded with souvenir distribution, group photographs, and a formal vote of thanks. (JKNS)