The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar), the nodal institution for Punjab under the Yuva Sangam initiative, today flagged off a Punjab delegation to Bihar as part of Yuva Sangam Phase VI. This is a flagship programme of the Ministry of Education under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) campaign. Under this Phase VI, Punjab has been paired with Bihar. 

 

During their 10-day visit, the delegates will embark on a rich cultural and educational journey. They will visit Patna, the historic state capital, exploring landmarks such as the Golghar granary, the Patna Museum, Buddha Smriti Park, and Kumhrar, the site of the ancient Mauryan capital, Pataliputra. They will also visit Nalanda, the world’s oldest international university, which is now lying in ruins.

 

They will also visit the Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Venuvanaram, and the hillside caves where Lord Buddha delivered his sermons. The tour will culminate in Bodh Gaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the delegation will visit the sacred Mahabodhi Temple and the revered Bodhi Tree.

 

The delegation comprises students from higher educational institutions, National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers, members of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), and young professionals between the ages of 18 and 30.

 

The Yuva Sangam Programme was conceptualised by the Prime Minister to strengthen the bonds of unity among the diverse states and Union Territories of the country.