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eliminating the need for
physical copies. The UMANG phishing attempt might seem
app acts as a one-stop like small steps, but they
solution for various government contribute to a larger vision of
services, from filing taxes to inclusivity and empowerment.
accessing pension details, Moreover, these interactions
making everyday tasks more foster inter-generational bonds,
convenient. These initiatives bridging the gap between
collectively empower citisens, the young and the old. They
enabling them to navigate and also instill a sense of purpose
benefit from India’s growing and community among
digital ecosystem effectively. youth, making them active
Youth Driving Change participants in nation-building.
While the government lays As we celebrate such efforts,
the foundation, it is the youth who let us also recognise the potential
breathe life into these initiatives. of every young individual in
With their technological fluency making a difference. After all,
and energy, young people empowering one person can
are uniquely positioned to inspire a ripple effect of change
mentor the elderly. Teaching across communities, ensuring
an elderly person to navigate that no one—young or old—
a smartphone, make a digital is left behind in India’s digital
payment, or recognise a revolution.
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