Deadline for Viksit Bharat Essay Challenge Extended to October 22, 2026
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has extended the deadline for submitting essays under the Viksit Bharat Essay Challenge to 22 October 2026. This decision follows the significant engagement in the Viksit Bharat Quiz, which saw over 1.45 crore attempts, leading to approximately 570,000 youth qualifying for the essay stage. The Ministry encourages eligible participants to submit their 500-word essays on the MY Bharat portal, emphasizing the importance of wider participation in this initiative. Additionally, the Ministry has urged State Governments and Union Territory administrations to disseminate this revised deadline to ensure that all eligible youth are informed.
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