Delhi University's North Campus hosted the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' on 8th May. This run, organized in collaboration with the Vikas Bharat Ambassador Club, witnessed a remarkable turnout of over 8,000 students from more than 80 colleges across Delhi University representing various undergraduate and postgraduate disciplines.
Excited to join Ramanujan College, University of Delhi, as the guest of honor for the Viksit Bharat event. Let's inspire and empower youth voices towards the vision of a developed India by 2047! #ViksitBharat #YouthEmpowerment pic.twitter.com/mqeEcj0TYQ
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) May 8, 2024
A sea of young participants gathered at 6:00 a.m., adorned in T-shirts bearing the 'Viksit Bharat Ambassadors' inscription. Together, they participated in a 2km run to promote the vision of a developed nation by 2047.
Delhi: A large number of students and people gather to participate in the Viksit Bharat Ambassador presents Run for Viksit Bharat pic.twitter.com/yjpmeDltY4
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
Esteemed chief guests, actor Rajkummar Rao and badminton ace Saina Nehwal graced the event with their presence. Both addressed the gathered youth, emphasizing the pivotal role of young people in shaping a 'Viksit Bharat', highlighting India's ascent on the global stage, and notably stressing the importance of voting for national progress.
Saina Nehwal, Rajkumar Rao urge people to come out and vote during Viksit Bharat Run
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 8, 2024
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Saina Nehwal's call for increased voter engagement resonated throughout the event. She emphasized the power of the ballot and encouraged every eligible citizen to participate in the democratic process.
Rajkummar Rao, a proud Delhi University alumnus and a notable advocate for the Election Commission, echoed these sentiments, urging attendees to exercise their voting rights diligently during the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections.
Nehwal also emphasized the importance of incorporating running into daily routines for fitness. She highlighted the significance of the Viksit Bharat Run and expressed a desire for India to excel and become one of the world’s leading nations by 2047 or earlier. She also commended the achievements of Indian women across various fields.
#WATCH | Delhi: At Viksit Bharat run, ace shuttler & BJP leader Saina Nehwal says, "Viksit Bharat run is very important. As a sportsperson, I would say that running should be done daily for fitness. But we are here for a different reason today - that we build such a future, such… pic.twitter.com/ZsYiolIxmS
— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2024
Citing badminton, she said, “Earlier, China and Korea used to dominate the game, but today, Indian players have given them a run for their money.”
"You all give so much love to all our badminton players. Earlier, China and Korea used to be at the forefront in badminton but now we are at the forefront," says badminton player Saina Nehwal at the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' event pic.twitter.com/QnMyyOEG9i
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
The badminton player reiterated the importance of voting, urging every eligible individual to participate in the country’s advancement. “Voting is crucial, so please exercise your right to vote and contribute to taking our nation to greater heights.”
Viksit run is a run for a cause; everyone must contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat. We must achieve perfection so that we can lead in every domain
— Viksit Bharat Ambassador (@VBA2024) May 9, 2024
We are nearing the mark of being the 3rd largest economy soon, said Indian Badminton star @NSaina after the… pic.twitter.com/zl8Q2uZlF6
Actor Rajkummar Rao also attended the event and shared his sentiments regarding the ‘Viksit Bharat Run’.
Delhi: "I felt very good that I came back to my university, we interacted with the children here and this is a very good initiative for 'Viksit Bharat'...," says actor Rajkummar Rao at the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' event pic.twitter.com/x6iUsVvenc
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
“It feels great to return to my alma mater. We are all here for Viksit Bharat 2047. We are committed to this initiative to create more opportunities for everyone and build a better India for the younger generation.”
Rajkummar Rao termed the Viksit Bharat event a path-breaking initiative and said that the combined effort of countrymen will help achieve this target easily.
Delhi: "When we reach 2047, we will be able to create a 'Viksit Bharat' for our coming generations; and I would appeal to all of you that elections are going on, go and cast your vote because it is our responsibility," says actor Rajkummar Rao at the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' event pic.twitter.com/i92jptZs31
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
The Bollywood actor, also serving as the brand ambassador of the Election Commission (EC), emphasized the importance of voting, stating that it is everyone’s responsibility to do so.
“As the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 are underway, I urge everyone to go out and cast their votes as it is crucial for our democracy and our nation,” added the actor.
The event, graced by DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh as the chief guest, saw participation from students across various DU colleges.
Over the past few months, the Viksit Bharat Ambassador event has made a conscious effort to connect and inspire citizens from every sphere of life, including students, the working class, and those in spirituality, corresponding with multifarious growth and development across various sectors.
Delhi: Hitesh Jain, Vice President of BJP Mumbai Pradesh, along with Rajkummar Rao and Saina Nehwal, flagged off the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' event. pic.twitter.com/5Weci6nRl2
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
Run For Viksit Bharat pic.twitter.com/kncD5J0vcn
— Hansraj College, University of Delhi (@hrcduofficial) May 8, 2024
On 8th May 2024, the Viksit Bharat Cell in collaboration with the Sports Department of Ramanujan College participated in the "Run For Viksit Bharat" event organised by University of Delhi and Viksit Bharat Ambassador Club. pic.twitter.com/NdosYy3eM7
— Ramanujan College (@ramanujan_du) May 9, 2024
Delhi: "This is a good initiative for the youth and also sends a good message to the society. This has been organized for the 'Viksit Bharat' resolution of our PM," says attendee at the 'Run for Viksit Bharat' event pic.twitter.com/ZqTebuGrpc
— IANS (@ians_india) May 8, 2024
The Vision of Viksit Bharat: 140 crore dreams, 1 purpose
The Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement aims to encourage citizens to take responsibility for contributing to India's development. VBA meet-ups and events are being organized in various parts of the country to achieve this goal. These events provide a platform for participants to engage in constructive discussions, exchange ideas, and explore practical strategies for contributing to the movement.
Join the movement on the NaMo App:
https://www.narendramodi.in/ViksitBharatAmbassador
The NaMo App: Bridging the Gap
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's app, the NaMo App, is a digital bridge that empowers citizens to participate in the Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement. The NaMo App serves as a one-stop platform for individuals to:
Join the cause: Sign up and become a Viksit Bharat Ambassador and make 10 other people
Amplify Development Stories: Access updates, news, and resources related to the movement.
Create/Join Events: Create and discover local events, meet-ups, and volunteer opportunities.
Connect/Network: Find and interact with like-minded individuals who share the vision of a developed India.
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