Model Youth Gram Sabha(MYGS)

• 04 Oct 2025

Source: IE 

The Centre is set to launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS), a school-based initiative inspired by Model UN simulations, to provide students practical exposure to local governance and Panchayati Raj functioning. 

• Model UN simulations involve hundreds of thousands of students each year, helping them learn about the UN’s principles and functions.

MYGS 

• About: It is a school-based initiative that introduces the democratic process of Gram Sabhas into classrooms across India, marking the first structured effort to involve students in grassroots governance. 
• Objective: It aims to develop informed and responsible citizens who understand local governance, with students discussing issues and preparing village budgets and plans. 
• Launched By: It is an initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in collaboration with Ministries of Education and Tribal Affairs. 
• Implementation: It will be launched in a phased manner, beginning with Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) and Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). 
  • Each participating school will receive Rs. 20,000 to conduct the mock Gram Sabha. 
• Key Features: Students of Classes 9–12 to role-play as sarpanch, ward members, village secretary, Anganwadi worker, ANM, junior engineers, etc.  
  • Teacher training provided through National Level Master Trainers (NLMTs). 
  • It features regional and national competitions with substantial prize money, along with certificates.

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