Bhubaneswar, March 21 -- The Government of India has proposed a revamped National Youth Policy 2026, aiming to channel the country's young population toward achieving the long-term goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. The draft policy signals a major shift from earlier frameworks by focusing on measurable outcomes and structured youth engagement.

Replacing the broader approach of the 2014 Youth Policy, the new draft emphasizes a more result-driven model that connects youth aspirations directly with national development priorities.

The policy outlines six priority areas to guide youth development:

Leadership and volunteerismEducationSkill development and employabilityEntrepreneurship and innovationHealth and well-beingSports, along with envir...