Vadodara’s pride, Advocate Kunal Sharma, has been selected to represent India at the prestigious World Youth Festival (WYF) Assembly 2025 in Russia. The global event, one of the largest international youth platforms since its inception in 1947, brings together leaders, innovators, creators, and educationists from over 200 nations to discuss the future of governance, sustainability, technology, and education.
For India, Sharma’s presence is more than symbolic, it is a powerful statement about the role of its youth in shaping global conversations. At this year’s assembly, he will champion educational reforms, presenting India’s vision for inclusive, skill-driven, and future-ready learning models. His advocacy focuses on real-world learning, civic participation, and technological innovation as the foundations of stronger societies.
Speaking on this honor, Sharma shared, “India has always believed that education is the strongest weapon for change. Representing my country and my city, Vadodara, at such a historic festival is a responsibility I carry with pride. I will be raising India’s voice, sharing our stories, and bringing forward our ideas on how education can transform the future.”
His participation also reinforces the long-standing friendship between India and Russia, showcasing how young leaders can build bridges of cooperation and solidarity for generations to come. With Sharma on stage, Vadodara finds itself on the global map of youth leadership.
Building Youth Power: The Rise of Chhatra Sansad India
Sharma’s global recognition is rooted in his grassroots journey. He began by founding Chhatra Sansad India, a student-led movement that mobilized lakhs of young Indians to engage with governance. From modest beginnings, it grew into one of the largest youth civic platforms in the country, where students debated policies, questioned authority, and co-created solutions for India’s future.
Through youth parliaments, conclaves, and national campaigns, Sharma redefined how students could influence change. His belief that leadership must be experienced, not just taught, inspired thousands to step into civic roles.
Experiential Learning: InternNation Knowledge Tours
To expand this vision, Sharma launched InternNation Knowledge Tours, curating immersive learning experiences for schools, colleges, and corporates. These journeys blend leadership, innovation, and real-world exposure, ensuring that students don’t just memorize lessons but live them. Today, InternNation continues to empower young Indians to become problem-solvers and leaders in every sphere.
Reimagining Education: Ruskin Bond International Preschools
Believing that leadership begins early, Sharma partnered with celebrated author Ruskin Bond to establish Ruskin Bond International Preschools & Schools. Rooted in the N³ Methodology – Nature, Nurture, Nourish, this model encourages learning through imagination, storytelling, and practical skills. With centers in Mussoorie and Vadodara, the initiative is set to transform the formative years of countless children across India.
Civic-Tech & Innovation: Preparing India for the Future
Sharma also ventured into civic-tech innovation to prepare India’s youth for the challenges of tomorrow. His initiatives include:
- BharatVerse – India’s first gamified civic-tech platform.
- The AI League – AI and innovation workshops for schools in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
- MindSpark India – a national quiz and hackathon movement to foster problem-solving.
These platforms reflect his commitment to combining education with technology and ensuring India’s youth are future-ready.
From Vadodara to the World Stage
Sharma’s selection for the World Youth Festival 2025 is not just a personal milestone—it is a recognition of the power of India’s youth movement that he helped shape. From classrooms to parliaments, and from local assemblies to international platforms, his journey underscores a simple truth: real change begins with empowered youth.
In his words, “This is not just my journey, it is the journey of every young Indian who dares to question, to dream, and to lead.”
As Kunal Sharma steps onto the world stage in Russia, he carries with him not just Vadodara’s pride, but the aspirations of millions of young Indians determined to shape a brighter future.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
Kunal Sharma’s journey from founding Chhatra Sansad to representing India at the World Youth Festival 2025 is a proud moment for the nation. His work proves that when young voices are empowered, real change begins.
As India takes center stage at this global forum, Sharma’s vision for inclusive education and youth leadership reflects the spirit of a generation determined to shape a better tomorrow.
