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Haryana CM Saini flags off ‘Namo Yuva Run’ in Kurukshetra

Babushahi  Bureau

Chandigarh, September 21, 2025 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini today flagged off the “Namo Yuva Run” marathon at the Dronacharya Sports Stadium in Kurukshetra, organized to commemorate the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Chief Minister also joined the marathon, running alongside the youth.

Addressing the participants, the Chief Minister said that today’s marathon symbolizes the energy, enthusiasm, and determination of young people to build the nation. He said that the initiative of the Skill Development and Industrial Training Department is an important step towards shaping a brighter future for the youth.

He said that the run was not merely a five-kilometer race, but a march for the country’s progress, instilling in every youth the spirit of dedication, perseverance, and hard work.

The Chief Minister said that the government has honoured the dignity and abilities of young people by ensuring recruitment based purely on merit. So far, 1.80 lakh youth have been provided government jobs without any kharchi-parchi.

Highlighting the larger vision, the Chief Minister said that such initiatives not only bring people together but also serve as a great source of inspiration. He praised the Prime Minister’s exceptional leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to the nation, which has given citizens the dream of a “New India.” He said the vision of a “Developed India” is one where every citizen is empowered, every youth has access to employment, and the economy asserts a strong global presence.

He further said that initiatives like Make in India, Vocal for Local, Digital India, Startup India, and Skill India are propelling the nation to new heights. True development, he added, comes only when all sectors and citizens work together. Skill development and youth empowerment remain at the core of this progress.

He urged the youth to give equal importance to skill development as well as health and fitness, and to work collectively for the vision of “Developed India – Developed Haryana.”

Nayab Singh Saini said that India is a nation powered by its youth, which is its greatest asset. The Prime Minister has consistently encouraged young people to step forward, acquire new skills, and pursue their dreams. Today, he said, new horizons of opportunity are opening up, and the government is working tirelessly to support the youth in realizing their aspirations.

He stressed that skills are the true strength of young people, and that continuous learning and upgrading of abilities is the need of the hour. Your skills and abilities are what make you stand apart, he added.

The Chief Minister said that the Shri Vishwakarma Skill Development University has been established in Palwal to provide education and training to the youth of Haryana in modern, employment-oriented subjects. Under the Haryana Skill Development Mission, more than 1.10 lakh youth have been trained to become self-reliant. He added that promoting industries is essential for generating employment opportunities for skilled youth, and to this end, a separate MSME Department has been set up to accelerate the growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises in the state.

He said that India is rapidly emerging as a global hub for startups and research. To nurture this ecosystem, a New Startup Policy has been introduced in Haryana, under which financial and technical assistance is being provided to encourage youth to establish their own enterprises. So far, around 9,500 youth-led startups have been established in the state. He added that in today’s era of globalization, many young people aspire to work abroad but often fall prey to fraudulent agents. To safeguard their interests, the government has established the Department of Foreign Cooperation, which facilitates education and employment opportunities overseas.

Highlighting achievements in sports, the Chief Minister said that the accomplishments of Haryana’s athletes on the global stage fill every citizen with pride. He said that Haryana sportspersons have consistently excelled in the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and other international events. At the recent Paris Olympics, athletes from Haryana won four of the six medals secured by the country, while three players from the state were part of India’s bronze medal-winning hockey team. Medal-winning athletes are being honoured with cash awards of up to Rs 6 crore, along with government jobs. Award-winning players are provided with a monthly honorarium.

The Chief Minister further said that India is the mother of democracy, and the greater the participation of youth in democratic processes, the brighter the future of the nation and the state. He urged the youth to play an active role in politics so that modern, progressive leadership can emerge, bringing an end to dynasty and nepotism driven politics. He said that Haryana is moving rapidly toward the goal of empowering its youth with self-respect, self-reliance, and employment opportunities.

*India is the youngest country in the world - Mohanlal Badoli*

BJP State President Sh Mohanlal Badoli said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the nation the slogans of Khelo India and Fit India, and today citizens are fulfilling these objectives in spirit. He said India is recognized globally as a young nation, and its youth are moving towards self-reliance while making significant contributions to the vision of a Developed India. He appealed to the youth to always uphold the same sporting spirit with which they participated in today’s event.

*A new record set with the unprecedented number of youth registering for the Namo Yuva Run- Naveen Jindal*

MP Sh Naveen Jindal said that Kurukshetra is among the 75 districts of the country where the youth have set a new benchmark by registering in large numbers for the Namo Yuva Run. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini are fully committed to the health, education, and awareness of the youth, and this run has been organized to promote fitness among them.

He added that the primary objective of the Namo Yuva Run is to spread awareness among the youth about the importance of sports and to discourage drug addiction. The state government, he said, is dedicated to nurturing a sporting culture among young people, instilling discipline, and strengthening national unity.

Sh Jindal further said that the Sansad Khel Mahotsav is also being organized in Kurukshetra with the goal of setting a new national record by ensuring the participation of 2 lakh people. The festival will feature 15 different sports, providing opportunities for people of all age groups to participate with enthusiasm.

*In a participatory program, everyone is a winner- Rajiv Ranjan*

Welcoming Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Principal Secretary of the Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Department, Rajiv Ranjan, said that 15,000 youth in Kurukshetra and 13,000 youth in Gurugram have registered for the Namo Yuva Run, reflecting the overwhelming enthusiasm of young participants. He said that the run is not a competition, but a participatory program where everyone emerges as a winner. Extending his greetings, he once again welcomed and congratulated the Chief Minister, other dignitaries, and the youth for their presence at the event.

On this occasion, former Minister of State Subhash Sudha, Deputy Commissioner Vishram Kumar Meena, Chairman Dharamveer Mirzapur, Chairman Dharamveer Dagar, Vice President Dhuman Singh, and other dignitaries were also present.