#EkBharatShreshthaBharat programme aims to enhance interaction & promote mutual understanding between people of diverse cultures in India.
29/03/2026
Landmark achievement for Yuva Sangam Phase VI !
More than 1 lakh students have been registered for Phase VI.
This shows the testament to the unprecedented enthusiasm and participation of India’s youth.
The momentum continues to grow, strengthening the spirit of through cultural exchange and national integration.
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27/03/2026
126,860 registrations⚡
What began as a simple opportunity has grown into a nationwide movement. Young people from every corner of India are coming together, driven by curiosity, connection, and a shared purpose. 💪🏻
This isn’t just a number - it’s a testament to the spirit of our youth and the power of unity. 🤝🏻🇮🇳
18/03/2026
The registration deadline for Yuva Sangam Phase VI has been extended till 25th March 2026, 11:59 PM, providing an extended opportunity for students to participate in this unique cultural exchange initiative under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.
Register here:
https://ebsb.aicte-india.org
02/03/2026
Registrations are now open for Yuva Sangam – Phase VI under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative of the Ministry of Education.
Students from Higher Educational Institutions and off campuses across the country are invited to participate in this unique youth exchange programme celebrating Bharat’s cultural diversity and national integration.
Apply by 18th March 2026, 11.59 PM
Register at: https://ebsb.aicte-india.org
30/12/2025
As Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 comes to a closure, leaving behind a legacy of shared learning, meaningful cultural exchange, and enduring bonds between Kashi and Tamil Nadu.
This evening reflects the spirit of unity, language, heritage and brings together eminent dignitaries, scholars, and participants to celebrate the timeless civilisational connection nurtured through this Sangamam.
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24/12/2025
Student groups from Varanasi joined IIT Madras for a day of learning and well-being with refreshing yoga sessions and interactive Tamil language classes led by CICT resource persons.
Students participating with curiosity and enjoying this learning of language and cultural exchange at .
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22/12/2025
The student delegation from Varanasi visited Shri Chandrashekhar Saraswati Vishwavidyalaya for an immersive interaction on the Tamil language and culture. The enriching experience concluded with a traditional South Indian meal, adding flavour to a day of learning and cultural exchange, strengthening of spirit of .
22/12/2025
The 11th National Kala Utsav 2025 was inaugurated by Chief Guest, Shri Anandrao V. Patil, Additional Secretary, DoSEL, MoE at YASHADA, Pune, celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage and the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, in alignment with . Over 1,000 young artists from across India unite at National Kala Utsav 2025 to showcase the richness of tribal heritage in enhancing creative growth, cultural vibrancy and social confidence, strengthening the spirit of .
Students from Varanasi embarked on a journey to Tamil Nadu under the theme Tamil Karkalam, driven by curiosity to learn and experience the spirit of . By engaging with the language, everyday life and cultural nuances, they witness diversity rooted in unity capturing under *tamilsangamam4
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Academic sessions held at BHU infused with intellectual and cultural vibrancy, bringing together students, teachers, writers, professionals, artisans, women delegates & spiritual leaders. Dialogues on culture, language & knowledge embodied the spirit of Tamil Karkalam.
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12/12/2025
Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Education and Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Jayant Chaudhary graced the session organised at Banaras Hindu University during 4.0
His inspiring insights enriched the discourse, fostering meaningful dialogue and cultural exchange among participants.
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12/12/2025
Students brought Namo Ghat alive with creativity and curiosity at 4.0.
From learning to hands-on exploration, language learning and cultural connection, embodying the spirit of .
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India is a unique nation, whose fabric has been woven by diverse linguistic, cultural and religious threads , held together into a composite national identity by a rich history of cultural evolution, coupled with a rousing freedom struggle that was built around the tenets of non-violence and justice. The spirit of mutual understanding amidst a shared history has enabled a special unity in diversity , which stands out as a tall flame of nationhood that needs to be nourished and cherished into the future.
Time and technology have narrowed down distances in terms of connect and communication. In an era that facilitates mobility and outreach, it is important to establish cultural exchanges between people of different regions, as a means to further human bonding and a common approach to nation-building. Mutual understanding and trust are the foundations of India's strength and all citizens should feel culturally integrated in all corners of India. Students from the north-east, for example, should not feel like 'strangers in a strange land' when they arrive in Delhi.
The idea of a sustained and structured cultural connect between denizens of different regions was mooted by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi during the Rashtriya Ekta Divas held on 31st October, 2015, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Hon’ble Prime Minister propounded that cultural diversity is a joy that ought to be celebrated through mutual interaction & reciprocity between people of different States and UTs so that a common spirit of understanding resonates throughout the country. Every State and UT in the country would be paired with another State/UT for a year, during which they would carry out a structured engagement with one another in the spheres of language, literature, cuisine, festivals, cultural events, tourism etc. For example, Andhra Pradesh is paired with Punjab for the year 2017. During the year, Punjabis would attempt to learn key words in Telugu , a few Telugu books would be translated into Punjabi & vice-versa, Andhraites would hold food festivals offering Punjabi dishes, Punjabis would perform Andhra folk dances, while Andhraites would perform Bhangra at staged events etc. This pattern of cultural adoption of the partner State/UT would be followed by all States and UTs .
All the 36 States/UTs in India have been paired for an entire year. The paired States/UTs would sign MoUs with each other, delineating a set of activities that they would carry out through the year. An activity calendar for each pair would be prepared through mutual consultation , paving the way for a year long process of mutual engagement. Such interaction between different segments of the population of each pair of States /UTs at the cultural level, would generate the vibrance of understanding & appreciation amongst the people and forge mutual bonding, thus securing an enriched value system of unity in the nation.