International Youth Day is observed annually on 12 August. It is meant as an opportunity for governments and others to draw attention to youth issues worldwide. During IYD, concerts, workshops, cultural events, and meetings involving national and local government officials and youth organizations take place around the world.
The theme of the 2016 International Youth Day is “The Road to 2030: Eradicating Poverty and Achieving Sustainable Consumption and Production”.
The International Youth Day was Organized on 13th August 2016 by the energetic Students Welfare Association Members of Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College Headed by Ms. Sujatha Arassu, Coordinator of Student Welfare Association.
The Chief Guest for the Event Were Mr. Mahender Kumar Munoth, Managing Trustee of SBMJC, KGF and Dr. Rekha Sethi, Principal of SBMJC, KGF.
On this occasion the Chief Guest spoke about eradicating poverty and how youths can make a major difference in the growth of the society.
Several competitions were conducted to recognize the hidden talent in the youths.