The Jammu & Kashmir delegation, led by IIM Jammu, visited Keralam as part of Yuva Sangam Phase VI under the Ministry of Education's Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative. The program was hosted by IIM Kozhikode and aimed at promoting cultural exchange, experiential learning, and national integration among youth from different regions of India.
Keralam Governor Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar interacted with the delegates at Gurukul, IIM Kozhikode, engaging with participants on themes of leadership, nation-building, and the role of youth in shaping a Viksit Bharat. The Governor encouraged them to become active contributors to India's growth story and strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.
During exposure visits, the delegation explored multiple institutions and cultural landmarks across Keralam. At the Centre for Water Resources Development and Management (CWRDM), delegates visited the Water Heritage Museum and Climate Change Learning Lab, gaining insights into water conservation and climate awareness. The itinerary included visits to Banasura Sagar Dam, Karlad Lake, Tea Museum, Honey Museum, Chain Tree conservation site, and Adyanpara Waterfalls, along with the Adyanpara Hydroelectric Power Plant, where participants learned about ecology, biodiversity, and sustainable development practices.
The delegation also visited Sargaalaya Arts & Crafts Village at Iringal, where they interacted with artisans and experienced Keralam's traditional craftsmanship. The visit included a boat ride, exposure to local cultural heritage, and a sunset experience at Kappad Beach. Additional activities included trekking through Ponpara Hills and attending sessions on biodiversity and environmental conservation, along with insights into riverine agriculture and regional food traditions.
Further visits included Keralam Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma), Nilambur Teak Museum, Bio-Resources Nature Park, and the Regional Science Centre and Planetarium. The journey provided holistic exposure to Keralam's cultural, ecological, and developmental landscape, reinforcing the spirit of national unity and experiential learning under Yuva Sangam Phase VI.
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