Following Greater Noida, Agra hosts the festival’s second edition, with thousands of young people and students participating
Youth interaction focuses on development, law and order, and the role of young people in nation-building
Union Minister of State S.P. Singh Baghel, Sadhvi Pragya, Dr Suresh Chavhanke and Janhvi Singh interact with young participants
Gen Z youngsters groove to ‘Bam Lahari’; Bhajan Clubbing and Rahasya Band performances emerge as major attractions
The festival aims to connect Sanatan traditions, cultural heritage and contemporary youth energy through events across 18 cities
Agra, November 2026 : Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh is making sustained efforts to familiarise the younger generation with its rich cultural heritage, the strength of its youth and the state's development achievements. In this direction, the second edition of the ‘Uttar Pradesh Youth Festival – Sanatan Shankhnaad’ concluded in Agra with great enthusiasm, drawing thousands of young people and students.
Organised by the Uttar Pradesh Yuva Sanatan Sangh National Forum, the festival sought to connect young participants with the state's cultural identity, Sanatan traditions and the changing face of Uttar Pradesh.
The first edition of the festival was held in Greater Noida on October 21 and witnessed the participation of more than 7,000 young people. Following the event, the Agra edition sought to highlight the state's development since 2017, improvements in law and order and its cultural identity.
Agra MP and Union Minister of State S.P. Singh Baghel attended the event. Sadhvi Pragya, Dr Suresh Chavhanke and social media influencer Janhvi Singh also participated in an interactive session with young people.
Youth Dialogue Focuses on Development and Law and Order
The youth interaction session was one of the main attractions of the festival. Discussions covered the changes witnessed in Uttar Pradesh since 2017, development, law and order, cultural identity and the role of young people in nation-building.
The state's strict policies against crime under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, including bulldozer action, also featured in the discussions. Young participants expressed support for these measures, viewing them as symbols of strict action against crime and efforts to strengthen law and order.
Speakers emphasised the importance of youth participation in the state's development and the need to preserve cultural awareness and identity.
Sadhvi Pragya, Dr Suresh Chavhanke and Janhvi Singh interacted with the participants and encouraged them to remain connected to their cultural roots, take an active role in nation-building and express their views with confidence.
Youngsters Groove to ‘Bam Lahari’ as Bhajan Clubbing Draws Crowds
Bhajan Clubbing emerged as a major attraction at the festival, with the performance by Rahasya Band creating a devotional atmosphere. A large number of Gen Z participants enthusiastically danced to the popular track ‘Bam Lahari’.
The unique combination of contemporary music and devotional traditions highlighted how the younger generation is embracing Sanatan culture while expressing it in a modern style. Cultural performances and dance presentations also entertained the audience.
Festival Planned Across 18 Cities in Uttar Pradesh
The Uttar Pradesh Youth Festival – Sanatan Shankhnaad is envisioned as more than a cultural event. It aims to connect young people across the state with their heritage, traditions and development journey.
The organisers plan to take the festival to 18 cities in Uttar Pradesh, providing young people from different regions with a common platform. After Greater Noida and Agra, the festival will continue its journey to other parts of the state.
Through these events, the organisers aim to bring devotion, culture, youth interaction and the idea of nation-building together on a single platform.
The participation and enthusiasm of thousands of young people in Agra gave the event a memorable character. The confluence of Sanatan traditions and contemporary youth energy conveyed the message that the younger generation can remain connected to its cultural roots while celebrating in its own modern style.
