Key Highlights
- Launched on 11 March 2025 by the Ministry of Education's Higher Education Division.
- National Book Trust (NBT) will mentor 50 writers under 30 years of age.
- Three thematic streams – Indian Diaspora’s nation‑building role, Indian Knowledge System, and Makers of Modern India (1950‑2025).
- Mentorship runs from 30 June to 30 December 2025; a national camp will coincide with the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026.
- Books will be released in English and multiple Indian languages, reinforcing cultural exchange.
Detailed Insights
The third edition of PM‑YUVA (Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors) builds on the momentum of its predecessors, which attracted participants across 22 Indian languages. By aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a youth‑centred cultural renaissance, the program seeks to embed reading and writing habits among emerging writers, encouraging them to explore India’s heritage, contemporary achievements, and global contributions.
Applicants submit proposals through www.mygov.in between 11 March and 10 April 2025. A panel evaluates submissions and selects 10 authors for the diaspora theme, 20 for the knowledge‑system theme, and 20 for the modern‑India theme. Selected candidates receive structured mentorship, access to eminent writers, participation in literary festivals, and the opportunity to have their manuscripts published and translated by NBT.
PM‑YUVA 3.0 dovetails with NEP 2020 by fostering creativity, critical thinking, and leadership among the nation’s youth—who constitute roughly two‑thirds of the population. The initiative also advances the “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” agenda by promoting multilingual publication and cross‑cultural dialogue, thereby projecting Indian literature onto the international stage.
Key Concepts
- Mentorship Programme: A six‑month guided authorship track (June–December 2025) that pairs budding writers with seasoned literary mentors.
- Indian Knowledge System: The collective corpus of ancient Indian scientific, philosophical, and artistic wisdom that continues to influence global thought.
- Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: A governmental vision to strengthen national integration through shared cultural and linguistic experiences.