Mansukh Mandaviya announces nationwide volunteering initiative 'This Diwali with MY BHARAT' to Mark MY Bharat Portal's First Anniversary

New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday unveiled a nationwide volunteering initiative titled 'This Diwali with MY Bharat - Ye Diwali MY Bharat Ke Saath', set to take place from 27th to 30th October, release said.
The initiative aimed at celebrating the first anniversary of the MY Bharat Portal, a digital platform by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports that aims to empower Indian youth through education, social mobility, and practical skills.
Through this initiative, volunteers will collaborate to enhance urban amenities such as roadways, markets, and essential healthcare services, ensuring a more vibrant and seamless festival experience for citizens, it said.
"The initiative will have the participation of over 2 lakh volunteers across 500 locations in India, fostering a spirit of social service and volunteerism during the festive season," the release said.

The effort aims to strengthen the bond between local communities and volunteers, highlighting the impact of community-driven actions. Planned activities for this major event include cleaning designated marketplaces in partnership with the All India Traders Association, improving access to healthcare services for patients, and assisting traffic police in managing congestion at critical points.

The event will see collaboration from various stakeholders, including the Department of Youth Affairs, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), registered MY Bharat volunteers, Youth Clubs, NSS units, Market Associations, Traffic Police departments, and selected hospitals.

Department of Youth Affairs invites youth across the country to actively participate by registering on the MY Bharat Portal at www.mybharat.gov.in and engaging in activities planned during the festive season. Participants are encouraged to share their photos and videos of the activities on the Mega Event Page, using the hashtag #DiwaliWithMYBharat. (ANI)