Young, educated leaders needed to shape India’s future: Mysuru SP
Mysuru Superintendent of Police Mallikarjun Baldandi addressed the Young Indians Parliament, emphasizing the need for educated, responsible youth leadership in India. The event encouraged students to focus on public service, rural development, and original thinking in the age of artificial intelligence.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing emphasis on youth civic engagement and the integration of leadership training within India's educational framework.
India needs a new generation of young, educated and responsible leaders capable of addressing the concerns of farmers, the common people and rural communities, said Superintendent of Police Mallikarjun Baldandi.
Speaking after inaugurating the two-day Young Indians Parliament (YiP) 2026 – Southern Regional Round at Excel Public School here on Tuesday, which was organised by Young Indians (Yi), the youth wing of CII Mysuru, he said the programme would provide students practical exposure to parliamentary functioning and help develop leadership qualities.
Mr. Baladandi said the Constitution provides the framework for Parliament and State Assemblies, including elections, conduct of sessions and the process of passing the bills. “Every person has leadership qualities, but opportunities such as this are needed to bring those qualities out,” he said, urging students to take up greater responsibilities in public life.
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