Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a press release from the Prime Minister's Office dated June 13, 2026, highlighted the government's strong commitment to youth-led development over the past 12 years, noting the confidence with which India's youth have pursued their aspirations. Key initiatives such as Startup India, Digital India, Skill India, and Atal Innovation Mission have created an ecosystem that encourages innovation, entrepreneurship, and enterprise, positioning India among the world's leading startup destinations. Many of these success stories are driven by youth from smaller towns and villages. The Prime Minister emphasized that Indian youth are making significant contributions across sectors including science, technology, manufacturing, space, semiconductors, and drones, which are shaping the future of the nation and the world. In sports, young athletes have enhanced national pride through performances in international competitions, supported by a stronger sporting ecosystem, better infrastructure, and greater support for athletes, creating new opportunities for talent. The Prime Minister shared these insights on social media platform X under the hashtag #12YearsOfYuvaShakti.