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First Vande Mataram Camp Concludes in Brainware University, Kolkata
Vande Mataram Camp Promotes Youth Leadership in Kolkata
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 1 Jul 2026 · 1 min
The week-long Vande Mataram Camp 2026, organised by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), concluded on 30th June at Brainware University, Barasat, Kolkata. Held from 24th to 30th June, it commemorated the 150th anniversary of the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’.
The camp gathered 150 youth delegates from various states, aiming to strengthen national integration, cultural exchange, and youth leadership.
The UPSC angle
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Youth Leadership and National Integration
The camp's focus on leadership development and civic responsibility aligns with UPSC themes on youth engagement in nation-building.
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