IIM Ranchi Wraps Up Global Edition of Young Changemakers Programme with International Participants and Keynote Speech by Padma Award Winners

New Delhi: The Young Change Makers Programme (YCP) - Rural Immersion Bootcamp Global Edition at the Indian Institute of Management Ranchi has successfully concluded with an uplifting valedictory ceremony. 

The IIM Ranchi event welcomed participants from six countries and twenty states. The valedictory session featured a keynote address by Padma Shree (2006) and Padma Bhushan (2020) Shri Anil Joshi, along with an Award Distribution Ceremony and a Closing Speech by Padma Shree (2015) Shri Ashok Bhagat.

As the event progressed, acknowledging exceptional skills and innovative problem-solving abilities, Prof. Deepak Kumar Srivastava and Mr. Anil Joshi conferred the Programme Laureate Certificate upon Team Satva. The distinguished members of the team, including Husain Nakhoda, Lekhana, Amartya Jayavel, Vaishnavi Swadha, and Veeksha Kumaran, received this recognition for their outstanding contributions.

What did the Shri Anil Joshi address at IIM Ranchi Global Edition of Young Changemakers Program?

Shri Joshi's address stressed the importance of sustainable resource management, drawing attention to the risks associated with shortsighted exploitation. He critiqued existing practices that contribute to soil degradation, water depletion, and pollution, advocating for an ecological growth measure comparable to GDP to promote sustainable development.

In his speech, Mr. Joshi highlighted the immediate need for responsible resource utilization, pointing out the shortcomings of human intelligence that often exploits resources without acknowledging their interconnectedness with nature. 

Expressing concern about prevailing practices leading to soil degradation, water depletion, and pollution, he attributed these challenges to the commodification of natural resources and the unequal distribution exacerbating the issues.

Moreover, he highlighted the necessity for a change in economic assessment, proposing an ecological growth measure named GEP (Gross Ecological Product) as an alternative to GDP, serving as a metric for sustainable development.

During his speech, Prof. Deepak Kumar Srivastava enlightened the audience about the unique nature of the YCP program and expressed his aspiration to witness its flourishing growth in the future.

What was Addressed in the Keynote Speech by Shri Ashok Bhagat?

In a thought-provoking address, Mr. Bhagat advocated for a return to their cultural roots, urging a deeper exploration of Indian philosophy and the teachings of visionaries such as Gandhi and Vivekananda. 

Emphasizing spirituality's essence as a guiding force in society, he clarified that it doesn't imply isolation but rather serves as a compass, directing society towards righteousness. He commended the Prime Minister's efforts in upholding the rich tapestry of Indian culture, underscoring the significance of preserving and cherishing these foundational principles deeply embedded in their heritage.

As the event concluded, Prof. Gaurav Marathe conveyed heartfelt gratitude for the evolution of a budding idea into a bright initiative. The ceremony concluded on a poignant note filled with hope and aspiration.

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