The Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (Department of School Education and Literacy) and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, will jointly launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) in New Delhi.

About Model Youth Gram Sabha
The Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) is an innovative, school-based initiative in India designed to give students practical, hands-on exposure to grassroots democracy and local self-governance. It is inspired by the format of the Model United Nations (MUN).
It is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Key Features and Objectives
The primary goal is to strengthen Janbhagidari (public participation) and nurture future responsible citizens by focusing on experiential learning.

Feature	Description
Simulation Format	Students from Classes 9–12 participate in mock Gram Sabha sessions, replicating the actual functioning of a village assembly.
Role-Playing	Students assume the roles of real-life village officials, such as Sarpanch (Village Head), Ward Members, Village Secretary, Anganwadi Worker, and Junior Engineers.
Activities	They debate and discuss local issues (e.g., sanitation, water supply, education), prepare the village budget, and draft development plans and resolutions.
Objectives	1. Civic Education: To build awareness about the role and significance of Panchayati Raj Institutions. 2. Skill Development: To foster leadership, public speaking, critical thinking, and consensus-building skills. 3. Youth Engagement: To revive youth interest and participation in the local governance process.
Implementation	The program is being rolled out in phases, starting with over 1,000 schools nationwide, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) and Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs).

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