India’s G20 Presidency Proud Moment for All of South Asia, says Bhutan Home Minister

GG News Bureau

Pune, 11th March. On the eve of the fourth Y20 Consultation Meeting, a ‘Cultural Evening’ was organised at the Symbiosis International University.

Minister for Home and Cultural Affairs, Royal Government of Bhutan, Ugyen Dorji, inaugurated the ‘Model Village – Symbiosis Kala Gruha’ on the occasion.

Y20 delegates from across the world got an opportunity to witness ‘Model Village’ created to showcase Indian handicrafts along with a plethora of vibrant cultural performances.

The inaugural ceremony of the Y20 Consultation Meeting will take place on Saturday, 11th March 2023 at 11:45AM.

Youth 20 (Y20) is an official consultation forum for youth from all G20 member countries to be able to dialogue with each other.

The theme for the fourth Y20 Consultation is ‘Peace building and Reconciliation: Ushering in an Era of No War- the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ and The Future of Work.

The 5 Sub-themes of the seminar are (i) ‘Vikas politics’ in India as an enabler in conflict resolution, (ii) Climate Action, (iii) Gender related conflict and reforms, (iv) Education and  (v) Legal Reforms needed for Social Change.

The speakers for this Consultation are international and national youth who have done exemplary work in the field of gender equity, human rights advocacy, representation on the UNESCO SDG4 Youth Network for transforming education, youth dedicated to building communities through democratic leadership and legal reforms towards peace building.

The audience at the Consultation meeting shall comprise young delegates, winners from competitions, invitees and students from India and G20 countries.

Through these deliberations it is hoped to inspire young minds and foster international cooperation and understanding.