BRICS youth delegates explore Statue of Unity and learn about Sardar Patel’s life

Source: Lokmat Times | Original Published At: 2026-08-21 16:24:12 UTC

Key Points

• Young delegates from BRICS member and partner countries visited the Statue of Unity at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on August 20.
• The visit was part of the BRICS Youth Council Meeting and Youth Summit held under India’s BRICS Chairship.
• Delegates were briefed on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s role in India’s nation-building and on the development of Ekta Nagar as a tourism hub.
• The programme brought together young representatives, innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers to discuss youth cooperation and shared priorities.
• The BRICS Youth Council discussed strengthening institutional cooperation, including a draft joint statement and a framework for BRICS youth cooperation.
• The summit focused on education and future preparedness, inclusive development, environmental responsibility and youth participation.