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  • NDTV YUVA announces line-up for the fifth edition of its conclave

    NDTV YUVA announces line-up for the fifth edition of its conclave

    Mumbai: NDTV presents the fifth edition of Yuva Conclave – a day-long event dedicated to exploring the hopes, challenges, and aspirations of India’s youth. Scheduled for 19 September 2024, NDTV claims this year’s conclave promises to be more engaging and impactful, featuring an impressive line-up of speakers and panellists addressing the key issues shaping India’s future.

    Building on the success of previous editions, NDTV YUVA returns with renewed energy, bringing together thought leaders and influencers from diverse sectors. From politics to sports, social media to the environment, and entertainment, the conclave is set to spark insightful conversations with India’s most prominent voices.

    As per the press release leading the conversation at NDTV YUVA, Chirag Paswan, minister of food processing industries and a torchbearer of young political leadership, is reshaping India’s future with a bold, forward-thinking vision that connects with the aspirations of millions. Alongside him, Bansuri Swaraj, MP, Lok  Sabha – a dynamic legal mind, stands out with her sharp intellect and commitment to diplomacy and public service, using her expertise to foster meaningful change. Then there’s Deepender Singh Hooda, MP, Lok Sabha; Member, CWC – a steadfast advocate for transformation, bringing his passion to policymaking, driving socio-economic reforms that uplift and empower communities across India.

    In the realm of young business icons, Zerodha, co-founder Nikhil Kamath shines as a pioneering entrepreneur, reshaping India’s fintech landscape and inspiring the next generation to challenge conventional norms and embrace disruptive solutions. Manu Bhaker, an Olympic Medallist- a prodigy in Indian sports, symbolizes precision and power, showing young athletes the heights they can reach with determination and focus, followed by Shamsher Singh, an Indian Field Hockey Player, a stalwart in  Indian field hockey, inspiring youth with his exemplary dedication to the sport, with invaluable lessons on discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Sakshi Sindwani, a celebrated content creator, model and entrepreneur, who challenges societal norms with her message of self-love and body positivity. Finally, Nikhita Gandhi, a versatile and soulful singer, is taking the music world by storm, blending her  Indian roots with global sounds and inspiring young artists to fearlessly express their creativity.

    Together, these leaders from politics, entrepreneurship, sports, entertainment, and self-empowerment will weave a rich tapestry of insights, inspiring the youth to rise above challenges,  innovate, and build a future that’s both inclusive and extraordinary. The NDTV YUVA Conclave 2024  will not just be an event but a movement, urging India’s next generation to take charge and lead with confidence, vision, and heart.

    The conclave live on NDTV 24×7 and NDTV India starting at 2:00 PM on 19 September 2024. 

  • Top politicians, actors, sportspersons in running for India TV Yuva Awards 2015

    Top politicians, actors, sportspersons in running for India TV Yuva Awards 2015

    MUMBAI: Union Ministers Smriti Irani and Kiren Rijiju, Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, AAP leaders Kumar Vishwas and Alka Lamba, Congress leaders Deepender Singh Hooda and Mausam Noor, and Apna Dal MP Anupriya Patel are in the running as youth icons nominated for India TV Yuva Awards to be presented this year.

     

    The names of winners will be announced at an event on 18 April at Taj Palace Hotel in New Delhi.

     

    India TV Yuva awards are given away every year to youth icons, who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in their respective fields. The awards will be in six categories: politics, sports, music, films, television and business. The awards were instituted in 2013 to honour the most promising young faces of the nation.

     

    In the Sports category, those in the running among males include Suresh Raina, Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan (all cricketers) and Vijay Kumar (Olympian shooter), while among females Saina Nehwal (badminton), Deepika Pallikal (squash), P V Sindhu (badminton) and Geeta Phogat (wrestler) have been nominated.

     

    Among the Bollywood youth icons, those nominated include Arjun Kapoor, Siddharth Malhotra, Sushant Singh Rajput and Varun Dhawan in the male category, while Anushka Sharma, Sonam Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Parineeti Chopra have been nominated among female actors.

     

    In the small screen category, Mohit Raina, Gautam Gulati, Rajat Tokas and Ashish Sharma have been nominated among male actors, whereas Digangana Suryavanshi, Drashti Dhami, Pooja Gaur and Sanaya Irani figure among female TV actors nominated as youth icons.

     

    Singers Arijit Singh, Javed Ali, Benny Dayal, Joi Barua and Papon have been nominated in music category (male), while Shilpa Rao, Kanika Kapoor, Monali Thakur and Palak Muchhal have been nominated as female icons in Music.

     

    In the Business section, Rahul Sharma (Micromax), Kunal Behl (Snapdeal), Bhavish Aggarwal (Ola!) and Peyush Bansal (Lenskart) have been nominated among male icons, while Avani Davda (Tata Starbucks), Priya Nair (Hindustan Unilever), Neha Kirpal (India Art Fair) and Radhika Ghai Aggarwal (ShopClues) are in the running in female category.

     

    The nominations have been made through a stringent process involving recommendations by the editorial board, followed by a stratified research by a research partner C-Voter and subsequently decided upon by the grand jury led by Sarod maestro Ustaad Amjad Ali Khan.

     

    The jury includes noted personalities like Prasoon Joshi, Vandana Luthra, Prof. Pushpesh Pant and India TV chairman & editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma.

     

    Speaking about the awards, India TV MD and CEO Ritu Dhawan said, “It is these young achievers of our nation who will most certainly be amongst those who will lead our country to greater heights in the near future. These rising stars, despite their young age, are the shining icons of Gen Y. Yuva Awards is a humble attempt by India TV to encourage the spirit of excellence and inspire fellow Indians.”