Press Release
Date: August 12, 2025
Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh
“Yuva Sankalp” – Mission Upasane towards Self-Reliance of the Descendants of Democracy Protectors
Initiative of Loktantra Rakshak Sangh, skill development for youth, entrepreneurship and employment opportunities; model will also be implemented in other states Upasane
The Loktantra Rakshak Sangh has launched an ambitious initiative “Yuva Sankalp” for the social, economic and educational empowerment of the descendants of MISA detainees. This scheme is being launched with the inspiration of the President of the Sangh, Sachchidanand Upasane ji.
In the Emergency of 1975-77, thousands of democracy fighters endured torture and spent time in jails to protect constitutional rights. Today their families, especially the younger generation, are facing backwardness in many areas. “Yuva Sankalp” is a concrete effort towards changing this situation.
Key dimensions of the project:
Skill development training: Computer, Digital Marketing, Sewing, Beauty Parlor, Food Processing, Artificial Intelligence etc.
Entrepreneurship promotion: Guidance and resources for starting a business.
Mental empowerment: Self-confidence, leadership development and social participation.
Employment/Self-employment opportunities: Connecting with government schemes, banks and private sectors.
The project will be operated by Loktantra Rakshak Sangh, in which Mr. Sidharth Subodh Pandey will provide technical assistance. Key office bearers include Suhas Deshpande, Alok Srivastava, Mohan Pawar, Hemant Upasane, Harminder Singh Tinny and Sharad Srivastava.
Budget and expansion:
Estimated budget ₹20–25 lakh, which will include infrastructure, machinery, master trainers, materials, marketing and branding. The aim is to implement this model in other states in the future.
Appeal to the society:
This project is not just a plan, but a social movement. The Sangh has appealed for cooperation from all sections of society, media, public representatives, CSR institutions and educational institutions.
We believe — when society walks together, change is permanent.
— Alok Srivastava
Secretary, Loktantra Rakshak Sangh