India faces a key governance challenge in connecting the ideas of its young population, where nearly 65% are below 35, with formal policymaking and budgeting systems.
High participation rates in initiatives like the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue demonstrate young Indians' willingness to engage when given structured platforms.
The Periodic Labour Force Survey reported youth unemployment at 9.9% in 2025, while EPFO data showed over 3.45 crore young individuals joined the formal workforce since 2020.