Ministry of Education opens Registrations for Yuva Sangam Phase-VI; IIM Jammu partners with IIM Kozhikode

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JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu has invited applications for Yuva Sangam – Phase VI, a flagship youth exchange programme under the Ministry of Education, Government of India initiative Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. The programme aims to strengthen emotional bonds among youth and promote the spirit of unity in diversity through cultural and educational exchanges across different regions of the country.
Implemented under the Department of Higher Education, the initiative facilitates structured exposure visits between paired States and Union Territories. Through these visits, participants gain insights into India’s diverse cultural traditions, development initiatives, and social landscapes while fostering mutual respect and national integration.
Under this initiative, Indian Institute of Management Jammu will partner with Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode to organise immersive exposure visits. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the cultural and developmental landscape of Kerala, popularly known as God’s Own Country, and the scenic islands of Lakshadweep. The programme invites youth aged between 18 and 30 years from Kerala and Lakshadweep to participate and experience the rich traditions, development initiatives, and educational ecosystems of the host regions.
Selected participants will undertake educational and cultural immersion tours lasting five to seven days. During the programme, participants will interact with local communities, institutions, and stakeholders, enabling them to gain first-hand exposure to the socio-cultural and developmental environment of the host region.
Speaking about the initiative, B. S. Sahay said that such programmes play a vital role in strengthening national integration by allowing youth to experience India’s cultural diversity first-hand. He emphasized that Yuva Sangam provides a transformative platform for young people to interact with diverse communities, appreciate regional diversity, and build meaningful connections across the country.
He further noted that the initiative aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat as envisaged by Narendra Modi and supports the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasizes experiential learning, cultural awareness, and holistic development of youth.
The programme is structured around five thematic pillars: Paryatan (Tourism), Parampara (Traditions and Culture), Pragati (Development and Governance), Paraspar Sampark (People-to-People Connect), and Prodyogiki (Technology and Innovation).
Meanwhile, Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has also invited youth aged 18-30 years from Kerala and Lakshadweep to apply through the official portals. Under the programme, IIM Kozhikode will partner with IIM Jammu to facilitate exposure visits to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, enabling participants to experience the region’s vibrant cultural heritage, traditions, and educational institutions.
At IIM Jammu, Shyam Narayan Lal, Chairperson of Anandam – The Center for Happiness and Media & Publication, will serve as the Nodal Officer for the programme, while Neeraj Soni will coordinate the initiative.
The last date to apply for Yuva Sangam – Phase VI is March 18, 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official portals: https://ebsb.aicte-india.org and https://ekbharat.gov.in.