NATIONAL LEADERS URGE YOUNGSTERS TO GET INVOLVED, DISCUSS AND DEBATE GLOBAL CHALLENGES
Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, was proud to host the prestigious G20 Young Ambassador Summit 2023 on the theme ‘Fueling the Future of Global youth on March 20th 2023, Monday. With distinguished guests including Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi as Chief Guest, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Information and Broadcasting L Murugan and G20 Sherpa, Govt of India, Amitabh Kant as Guests of Honor, the event was a great success. The summit provided a platform for spirited and informed discussions on the potential of the youth to contribute to global development.
Welcoming the chief guest, guests of honor and participants S Malarvizhi, managing trustee and chairperson of Sri Krishna Institutions said that with over four decades of experience in pioneering education, Sri Krishna Institutions is a passionate Gurukulam driven by their mission to empower youth with knowledge, skills and tools to build a better future for themselves and for the nation. Currently, there are 800 accomplished educators, who are shaping the future of 21,000 bright young minds across five education institutions, she said.They provide a world class education in collaboration with global institutions and leading industry partners, as evident by their exemplary student placement records in large multinational corporations. “Our mission is to help young minds achieve their dreams and be responsible global citizens. We are proud to be part of this journey with all of you and look forward to your support in helping us make our mission a reality,” she said.
She said they are committed to creating an engaging and innovative environment that prepares students for the unique challenges of the 21st century.
Speaking about G20 Young Ambassadors Summit 2023 she said that as Young Ambassadors, the youths have a unique platform to share their experiences and represent the collective voice of global youth.
“This G20 Young Ambassadors Summit 2023 is your chance to meaningfully discuss, collaborate and share knowledge with the G20 leaders. We thank the G20 and Prime Minister of the country for this remarkable opportunity,” she said.
Governor R N Ravi urged youths to come up with innovative and progressive recommendations that will shape the future and meet their aspirations. “Here is the opportunity. If you let it go, leaders will decide what they feel like according to their understanding. G20 we all know how powerful the group is. It can change the destiny of the world. It can change the world for the better living for humanity,” he said.
The world is facing numerous existential crises, from the heating of our planet to conflicts between human beings. “We are witnessing wars -both visible and invisible,” he said.
“But with India currently holding the G20 presidency, we have a chance to tell the world a new way of thinking and show them the transformation our nation has gone through over the last nine years. It’s time to seize the moment and come up with the solutions of tomorrow. Let’s use this opportunity to make a positive difference in the world,” he said.
Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa, expressed his happiness for Sri Krishna Institutions for taking the initiative of holding the conference. He said that India is taking over the presidency of G20 during a very tumultuous time, as post covid-19 era has seen about 200 million people worldwide fall under the poverty line and almost 100 million people lose their jobs, leading to a global recession with one third of the world affected and 75 countries facing global debt crisis.
Moreover, there is a crisis of climate action and climate finance and a war going on in Europe for the past one and half, bringing with it immense political tension, impacting food, fuel and fertilizer, and breaking down global value chains. However, he noted that every challenge throws an opportunity, and this is a great opportunity for India, he said.
“In the past India always resp-onded to the agenda set by the developed world, this is the first time that India is setting an agenda for the entire world,” he said.
India’s presidency is critical because it will set three important narratives for the rest of the world for the development of sections of the people, including poor, he said.
The first one is Development and Political Narrative. India was able to digitalize its economy in a very big way and built identity for 1.4 billion people. During 2015-2017 India was able to create 500 million bank accounts. The country ensured 900 million people use mobile phones. 13 million houses, 110 million toilets, 243 million piped drinking water connections and 55,000 kms of roads were created in the last nine years.
Inclusive, sustainable and resilient growth will be the second narrative. If India could not be able to push for inclusive growth, one third of the population in the world living in poverty will not be able to grow. The world needs accelerated action to achieve sustainable development goals.
Climate action and climate finance will be the third narrative India will push. The developed world which had committed to 100 billion dollars a year in 2019 in Copenhagen but have not lived up to it. A large sum of money is available with private finance, which is not able flow in due to outdated policies of the world bank and international monetary fund. They need to be redesigned to suit the present time.
L Murugan, minister of state for fisheries and information and broadcasting said that India’s G20 presidency will work to promote a universal sense of oneness, hence the theme ‘One earth, One family and One future’ has been chosen. Youth in this endeavor are important partners. The summit will exemplify India’s youth centric efforts and provide an opportunity to showcase its value and policy measures to the youth across the globe.
“India is the fastest developing major economy in the world, it is deeply committed to democracy and multilateralism. India G20 presidency seeks to play a vital role by finding global solutions for the wellbeing of all,” he said.
G20 Young Ambassador Summit 2023 has brought together young leaders across the globe to discuss and debate global challenges. The world is facing many challenges including poverty, climate change, destruction of biodiversity, food and nutrition, education, health and women empowerment. India can offer a solution for many of these. India under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi leadership is striving to address challenges in her own way.
K Adithya, trustee, Sri Krishna Institutions delivered the vote of thanks at the end of the inaugural session.
Congratulations on an excellent programme. Brilliantly organised, perfectly executed, great intellectual content, superb cultural performance by students, creative branding, top class publicity. My compliments to Ms.Malarvizhi, Mr.Aditya and the wonderful team of Sri Krishna Institutions.
Warm Regards,
Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa – India
First session of the panel discussion was on the topic
Blended Education for All Using Digital Technology
Moderated by Sujith Kumar, AVP and HR Business Leader, Infosys.
Second session of the panel discussion was on the topic
Women Empowerment and Entrepreneurship
Moderated by Dr Kezevino Aram, Director, Shanthi Ashram, Coimbatore
Dr Gautami Tadimalla, Indian actress, in her valedictory address spoke about women empowerment. She said the root of empowerment lies in inherently having the strength and right to make the choice for our lives and to be respected for the choice regardless of what others may think or feel.
She also emphasized the need to enjoy the journey of empowerment and mentioned that empowerment is a beautiful journey of love, happiness, and freedom and that begins with the self. It is a journey that transforms your life from the inside out.
She said empowerment is not about being able to control things, but it is about making conscious choices which will be most likely to bring you success and fulfillment. She encouraged the students to bring out their individuality in a unique way, take informed decisions and work for the betterment of the country at large.
Disclaimer: Content Produced by Times – Red Cell
