Empowering Young Voices for India’s Democratic Future

The FORE Centre for Political Leadership & Governance (FCPLG) proudly presents “FCPLG युवा संवाद – National Blog Writing Competition 2026″, a unique national-level platform designed to encourage young minds to engage with contemporary issues of governance, democracy, public policy, and political leadership.

This competition aims to inspire students, researchers, and aspiring policy thinkers to express their ideas, analyze critical national issues, and contribute meaningfully to public discourse through evidence-based and impactful writing.

About the Competition

India’s youth play a crucial role in shaping the future of governance and democratic institutions. Through this blog writing competition, FCPLG seeks to create a platform where young citizens can share innovative perspectives, policy insights, and constructive solutions to contemporary socio-political challenges.

Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their analytical abilities, writing skills, and understanding of governance while competing at a national level.

Objectives

The competition aims to:

• Encourage youth participation in discussions on governance, politics, democracy, and public policy.
• Promote critical thinking, analytical writing, and evidence-based opinion building.
• Provide a national platform for young voices to engage with contemporary socio-political issues.
• Foster awareness regarding democratic institutions and governance reforms.
• Identify and recognize talented young writers, researchers, and future policy leaders.
• Create meaningful dialogue on issues impacting India’s democratic future.

Competition Theme

“One Nation, One Election”

Participants are invited to critically analyze the concept, opportunities, challenges, implications, and future prospects of implementing simultaneous elections across India.

Blogs should present balanced, evidence-based arguments supported by facts, research, and thoughtful analysis.

Who Can Participate?

The competition is open to:

• 10+2 Students
• Students pursuing Undergraduate Programs
• Postgraduate Students
• Research Scholars
• Young professionals interested in governance and public policy

Submission Guidelines

Particulars	Details
Mode of Submission	Online
Format	PDF or MS Word Document
Language	English or Hindi
Word Limit	800–1,000 Words
Originality	Only original and unpublished work

Registration Fee

₹299 per participant

https://forms.gle/23YfHDLRtbuUdEi89

The registration fee must be deposited in the designated FORE Society bank account. Participants will be required to provide the payment reference number during registration.

Awards & Recognition

Prize Structure

First Prize: ₹15,000

Second Prize: ₹10,000

Third Prize: ₹7,000 each (Two Winners)

Additional Benefits

• Certificates of Excellence for top-performing participants
• E-Certificates of Participation for all registered participants
• Opportunity to get selected blogs published on FCPLG’s website and social media platforms
• National-level recognition among academicians, policymakers, and governance experts

Important Dates

Activity	Date
Competition Launch	19 June 2026
Registration Deadline	10 July 2026
Submission Deadline	17 July 2026
Evaluation Period	18 July – 26 July 2026
Announcement of Results	27 July 2026

Evaluation Criteria

Entries will be evaluated on:

• Originality and Creativity
• Analytical Depth
• Relevance to the Theme
• Clarity of Expression
• Evidence-Based Arguments
• Quality of Research
• Contribution to Public Discourse

The decision of the jury will be final and binding.

Esteemed Jury Panel

Mr. Vijay Gopal Pande

Vice Chairman & Treasurer, FORE

Mr. Vijay Gopal Pande is a renowned leader in education, governance, and international development, with senior leadership experience at IDRC–Canada, Ford Foundation, and the Government of India. A Founder Member of FORE Society, he has played a pivotal role in advancing academic excellence, institutional development, and public policy initiatives.

Prof. (Dr.) Abhay Anand Tiwari, FRSA (London)

CEO, FORE Centre for Political Leadership & Governance (FCPLG)

Prof. (Dr.) Abhay Anand Tiwari, FRSA, London, is an academician, policy strategist, and governance expert. As CEO of FCPLG, he leads initiatives in political leadership, public policy, and capacity building, fostering ethical leadership, democratic values, and evidence-based governance while empowering future leaders to address contemporary governance challenges.

Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, IAS (Retd.)

Father of CSR in India

A pioneering administrator and thought leader, Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee played a transformational role in shaping India’s Corporate Social Responsibility framework and has made significant contributions to governance, sustainability, and responsible management education.

Dr. G. Jawahar

Executive Director (HR, Administration & Corporate Communication), Power Finance Corporation Ltd. (PFC)

Dr. Jawahar is a renowned public-sector leader with extensive expertise in human resource management, corporate communication, organizational development, leadership, and institutional governance.

Why Participate?

Showcase your ideas on a national platform

Engage with contemporary governance and policy issues

Gain recognition from distinguished experts

Enhance your research and analytical writing skills

Contribute to meaningful democratic discourse

Win attractive cash prizes and certificates

Join the Conversation. Shape the Future.

The future of democracy depends on informed, engaged, and thoughtful citizens. Through FCPLG युवा संवाद, we invite young minds from across India to contribute their perspectives, challenge conventional thinking, and become active participants in shaping the nation’s governance landscape.

Register today and let your voice influence the future of public policy and democratic governance.