Mysuru: Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar has said that the ‘Vande Mataram Camp’ provides a platform for youth from different States to understand and appreciate each other’s cultures and traditions while promoting patriotism and national integration.
The camp features sports competitions, cultural programmes, speeches and art contests, providing participants an opportunity to showcase their talents, exchange ideas and interact with one another.
Addressing the gathering at Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE), where the camp was organised, Yaduveer urged young people to preserve their cultural heritage while respecting the customs and traditions of other States, saying mutual respect would strengthen national unity.
The camp was organised to mark the 150th anniversary of the national song of the Republic of India, ‘Vande Mataram.’ It aims to familiarise young people with the sacrifices of freedom fighters, foster patriotism and encourage a spirit of service to the nation, he said.
Common national identity
Pointing out that India’s diverse languages, religions and cultures are bound by a common national identity, Yaduveer called upon the youth to promote mutual respect, cooperation and the country’s development.
He also stressed the importance of democratic values, saying that people’s opinions and voting rights were central to democracy. Any effort to bring about change must follow Constitutional and democratic means and young people should grow into responsible citizens, he said.
Recalling the sacrifices made by earlier generations, Yaduveer said, the youth had a vital role in building a strong, united and economically developed India. Promoting patriotism, social responsibility and a spirit of service was essential to realising the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat,’ he added.
MLC highlights cultural unity
MLC R. Raghu Kautilya said, ‘Vande Mataram,’ which inspired patriotic fervour during the freedom struggle, continued to symbolise the national spirit that unites India’s diverse languages, cultures and traditions.
He said, preserving unity amid diversity was the responsibility of every citizen and stressed the need to foster patriotism, nationalism and respect for the country’s cultural heritage among young people.
Interactions among youth from different States would promote mutual understanding, cooperation and a broader national outlook, he said.
Dr. B. Sadashivegowda, Principal of Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering; M.N. Nataraj, former State Director of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS); Imran Ahmed, President of Global Foundation Karnataka; G.S. Saroja, Member of the Hindi Advisory Committee of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting; Ullas Ketike, Deputy Director of Mera Yuva Bharat, Mangaluru; P. Akhil; Sharanya and Reshma Chandran were present on the occasion.
This post was published on October 27, 2026 7:30 pm