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Hon'ble Shri. Jagdeep Dhankhar

Vice President of India

‘’It is gratifying to know that the Confederation of Young Leaders is extensively working to boost India’s global framework through various engagements spearheaded by young people hailing from diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds.”

Hon'ble Shri.Narendra Modi

Prime Minister of India

“It is extremely satisfying to learn that Confederation of Young Leaders is holding an India-China Youth Dialogue 2018. The dialogue offers a unique occasion to the youth of both the nations to learn about each other’s ancient culture and civilization. I wish the deliberations at the Youth Dialogue the very best and hope that it will be a singular success.”

Hon'ble Smt.Pratibha Devisingh Patil

12th President of India

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders is establishing the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL) with active assistance and cooperation from the Confederation of Indian Universities”

Hon'ble Shri.M.Venkaiah Naidu

13th Vice President of India

“I am confident when organization such as the Confederation of Young Leaders, and civil society join hands with the Government, India will progress in leaps and bounds. I am happy to know that the Confederation of Young Leaders established with a vision to promote mutual and practical cooperation among the youth organizations in the country. I am sure that various programs run by CYL, especially “Youth Dialogue’ and “Workshops” will go a long way.”

Hon'ble Shri. Om Birla

Speaker of the Lok Sabha (Parliament of India)

‘’Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) far-sighted vision and immense contribution in strengthening and fostering India’s global standing and potential is laudable’’

Hon'ble Shri. Piyush Goyal

India's Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs & Food & Public Distribution and Textiles

“It is praiseworthy that the Confederation of Young Leaders is working towards enhancing efficiency, competitiveness, and opportunities for young leaders through a range of engagements and strategic linkages.”

Hon’ble Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh

Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha
(Parliament of India)

“The Confederation of Young Leaders, New Delhi is doing a commendable work for bringing foreign policy issues closer to the younger generation – our future leaders. This will go a long way in preparing India to play a significant role in global affairs. I wish you every success in this endeavour.”

H.E Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO)

“Let us acknowledge the collective achievements and contributions of the Confederation of Young Leaders, which brings together a diverse group of young minds to work towards common goals to drive positive change in communities. Through your numerous programs and community-driven projects, you have shown that young leaders have the power to transform ideas into actions and dreams into reality. Your commitment to fostering positive change and empowering the youth is truly commendable.’’

H.E. Ms. Dechen Tsering

Regional Director and Representative
United Nations Environment Programme for Asia and the Pacific

“The activism, vision and courage of the Confederation give us reason for hope. They also show the exciting potential of youth advocacy and action to spark transformative change. Backed by your dynamism and collective energy, we can address our common challenges as we work towards creating a more just and sustainable world.’’

H.E Mr. Achim Steiner

Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Under Secretary General of the United Nations

“The Administrator sends his best regards to the Confederation of Young Leaders, New Delhi, and wishes them well in their grassroots efforts at the national and international level.’’

Hon'ble Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

India's Minister of Jal Shakti

“The Confederation of Young Leaders has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment for nurturing the leaders of tomorrow and bringing about positive change in society. It is one of the foremost youth organizations and consortiums for young leaders in India working at the grassroot level & with strong national and international linkages. I would like to thank the Confederation of Young Leaders for its steady commitment for creating opportunities, fostering leadership skills, and inspiring the youth to dream big.”

Hon'ble Shri. Nitin Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways

“Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) is one of the foremost chambers for youth organizations and young leaders in India working at the grass-root level & has been pioneer in organizing track II dialogues in international arena and also in preparing young people to take up leadership roles in all spheres of public life.”

Professor Shri Yogesh Singh

Vice Chancellor, University of Delhi

“I would like to place on record my appreciation and wishes for the seminal work the Confederation of Young Leaders has been doing in making the youth enlightened, aware and thereby empowered, and preparing them well as frontrunners and torchbearers of our future. It gives me immense pleasure to know not just about the many areas the Confederation has been working on, but also the ethos of honesty, transparency, and accountability that are their guiding principles, thus making them stand apart in terms of their contribution in making the true leaders of tomorrow’s India.”

Hon'ble Shri. Yogi Adityanath

Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh

“I am happy to know that the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (llGL) is being established by the Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) with the active cooperation and assistance from the Confederation of Indian Universities. My best wishes for the entire endeavor.”

Hon'ble Shri. Devendra Fadnavis

Chief Minister of Maharashtra

“The initiatives like Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) are appropriate as they help in inculcating the democratic values in young generation apart from making them eligible to express their views and put forth their expectations.”

Hon'ble Smt.Sushma Swaraj

India's Minister for External Affairs (2014-2019)

“I congratulate the Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) on bringing out a multi-volume annual report booklet to be circulated among universities, colleges, schools, ministries, departments, embassies and international organizations with the active cooperation and assistance from the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL) to mark its foundation day. The report booklet shall be highlighting the successes and various initiatives taken by the Government of India to improve India’s Global standing and shaping a robust Foreign Policy.”

Hon'ble Shri.Narendra Singh Tomar

India's Minister for Parliamentary Affairs

“I am pleased to know that Confederation of Young Leaders is establishing the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL) with active assistance and cooperation from the Confederation of Indian Universities”

Hon'ble Shri.Arun Jaitley

India's Minister for Finance (2014-2019)

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders, plans to start a massive publications program by making out detailed reports on the past, present and future of youth level organization in different States as well as the Union Territories.”

Hon'ble Dr. Thaawachand Gehlot

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment

“I am happy to know that the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL) has been established by the Confederation of Young Leaders with a view to organizing and conducting programs having social, cultural, developmental, educational, scientific, technological, environmental, economic and positive contents for the optimum development of our country.”

Hon'ble Shri. V.K Singh

India's Minister of State for External Affairs

“I am very happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders, has been established viewing the urgent need for mutual and practical cooperation among the Youth Organizations, exchange of information, export and import of educational know-how, control on replication of efforts and wastage in youth-oriented education”

H.E Mr. Freddy Svane

Ambassador of Denmark to India

‘’A special thanks to the Confederation of Young leaders and its dynamic leadership. You have transformed and are building New India. May I congratulate all the young leaders of India on the foundation day of the Confederation of Young Leaders. My sincere congratulation to the Confederation of Young Leaders, its members and to all those who has inspired this important work. I stand committed to the fulfillment of your vision.’’

Hon'ble Shri.Suresh Prabhu

Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, India's Sherpa to G-20 and G-7

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders has been established with a view to organizing and conducting programs having social, cultural, developmental, educational, scientific, technological, environmental, economic and positive contents for the optimum development of our country under the dynamic leadership of our learned Prime Minister
Shri Narendra Modi.”

H.E Dr. Ahmed Albanna

Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to India

‘’I take this opportunity to acknowledge the good work by your organization. Organizations, like yours play a very important to role impart good practices among youths. Your organization is doing tremendous job in this regard and setting a benchmark in the sphere of Public Diplomacy, International Relations, Government, Public Affairs, and Public Policy. An Organization is incomplete without competent staff and volunteers. Good people with the necessary skills and the right motivations needed to help the organization achieve its goals. It is delight to see such devoted people in your organization serving humanity and creating a better place for people to live in. I wish all the success for your organization in its future endeavors.’’

H.E Mr. Shin Bongkil

Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India

‘’The role of Confederation of Young Leaders in fostering young people to people contact with partner countries has been well recognized. Our Embassy organized youth interactions in partnership with the CYL to promote Korea-India friendship and partnership. My hearty compliments to the office bearers and volunteers of CYL for their keen interest and deep commitment to enhancing close people to people contract and friendly relations between Korea and India. As the two countries embark on a new journey to turn a new leaf in bilateral ties, I am confident that the CYL through its various meaningful engagements will continue to make a stronger case for a robust Korea-India Special Strategic Partnership.’’

H.E Mr. Vetsop Namgyel

Ambassador of Bhutan to India

‘’It is most laudable that Confederation of Young Leaders has engaged more than 50,000 youth in programs to shape it as a fountainhead of knowledge for youth to help redefine the dynamics of growth and development in the 21 century. Young people are change agents and a vibrant source of innovation, and they have the power to influence and the potential to shape the development path of their nation. The platform created by CYL. allows the youth and youth organizations to participate in the decision making process, activate social responsibility and engage with government/private institutions and foreign missions to build a more peaceful future for themselves and in turn for others, The responsibility assumed by CYL will help to ensure that growth and development in the 21st century is safe and secure through initiatives such as strategic linkages and Track-Il Diplomatic Dialogues to promote people to people partnership. It is also encouraging that despite being in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and facing the related challenges, CYL continues to operate in a manner that is responsible and prudent to achieve its vision and objectives. I am confident that Confederation will continue with its good work to ensure that the voices of the young people are heard and understood, both at the national and international level. I wish the confederation the very best in all its endeavours to advance the ideal development of New Young India.’’

H.E Mr. Carlos Rafael Polo Castaneda

Ambassador of Peru to India

“I genuinely admire your esteemed Confederation and I hope that this Embassy and CYL continue to keep good relations with each other and increase it even more. While wishing you the best in the future endeavors, I avail myself of this opportunity to renew to you the assurances of my highest and most distinguished consideration.”

H.E Mr. Asein Isaev

Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to India

“The Confederation of Young Leaders has always stood out for its purposefulness and talents. Your successes in the implementation of the Youth Dialogue and Work Seminars programs have received a well-deserved appreciation. The ongoing work to strengthen bilateral relations between India and other countries has certainly become a kind of hallmark of the Confederation of Young Leaders. In this context, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for fruitful cooperation and support during my tenure. We were able to organize number events, including Day of Kyrgyz language in Delhi, different video conferences, meetings and forums. I express my readiness for further cooperation in the future in all areas of mutual interest.’’

Hon'ble Dr.Mahesh Sharma

Union Minister for Culture

Hon'ble Justice P.Sathasivam

Governor of Kerala

“I am very happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders, New Delhi proposes to publish detailed reports on activities of youth level organizations in India. I convey my greeting to everyone behind this venture.”

H.E Mrs. Eleonora Dimitrova

Ambassador of Bulgaria to India

‘’I have the honour to congratulate you with the founding day of the Confederation of Young Leaders – 6 April. The task of working at grass-root level, advocating, and actively encouraging and empowering the youth to take up leadership roles is vital for India. Enabling people-to- people contacts, especially for the youth, is a mission worthy of commending. Actively engaging with the UN to enable the voice of the Indian youth be heard globally, while at the same time contributing to the national development of India is no easy task, and I applaud your efforts.’’

Hon'ble Acharya Devrat

Governor of Gujarat

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL) is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav by a nationwide launch of Youth For India at 75. I extend my best wishes.”

Hon'ble Shri.Tathagata Roy

Governor of Tripura

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders proposes to publish a multi-volume encyclopedia on good governance and leadership. I convey my best wishes to everyone who is associated with it.”

Hon'ble Shri. Arif Mohammed Khan

Governor of Kerala

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL), New Delhi purposes to bring out an annual report booklet to be dedicated to the world citizenry in connection with its foundation day celebration on 06th April 2021 at New Delhi”

Hon'ble Shri.Banwarilal Purohit

Governor of Tamil Nadu

“It is gratifying to note that the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL) would serve the needs of the Government, Non-Governmental and Private Sector by conducting studies, training, research, publications, conferences seminars and consultancy in the field of Governance, Public Leadership and Entrepreneurship”

Hon'ble Shri. Jairam Thakur

Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh

“I am happy to know that Confederation of Young Leaders, plans to start a massive publications programme by making out detailed reports on the past, present and future of youth level organization in different States as well as the Union Territories.”

Hon'ble Shri. Vijay Rupani

Chief Minister of Gujarat

“I am pleased to know that the Confederation of Young Leaders, Besides studies, training, research, consultancy, and production of audio-video materials, also decided to start a massive publications program by making out detailed reports on past present and future of youth level organization. I extend my heartiest wishes to the Confederation of Young Leaders.”

Hon'ble Shri.N Biren Singh

Chief Minister of Manipur

“It gives me immense pleasure to learn that the Confederation of Young Leaders is organizing International Youth Convention 2018 on August 16, 2018 at India International Centre, NewDelhi. It is encouraging that the Convention would elaborately deliberate on the issues pertaining to youth and put forward a master plan paradigm for the global empowerment and development of youth.”

Hon'ble Shri.Sarbananda Sonowal

Chief Minister of Assam

Hon'ble Shri.Lal Thanawla

Chief Minister of Mizoram

Dr. Rajiv Kumar

Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog

Padma Bhushan Hon'ble Dr.VK Saraswat

Chancellor, Jawaharlal Nehru Univesity (JNU) Member, NITI Aayog, Government of India

“In sincerely hope that the efforts of CYL in making India a 5 Trillion Dollar Economy will go a long way in motivating the youth to redouble their efforts in enabling India achieve rightful position in the comity of nations. My best wishes as always.”

Hon'ble Prof.Anil D.Sahasrabudhe

Chairman, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Government of India

“Resolution of CYL to live by the mantra of taking experience and wisdom oft he elders and enthusiasm of young together to build a stronger, resilient and vibrant New India is really appreciating. It is a fact that Young Leaders have always played pivotal role in attaining sustainable development of the country through channelizing the incredible power of youth to harness their latent capabilities into positive action for India’s social transformation.”

H.H Prince Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar

“My heartiest congratulations to the Confederation of Young leaders (CYL) for launching and integrating the Youth for India@75 as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. There is no end to the work we can all do together: More power to the CYL!”

Hon'ble Padma Shri Shri. Hansraj Hans

Member of Parliament

Hon'ble Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi

Member of Parliament (New Delhi)

Chancellor Prof.Dr. Priya Ranjan Trivedi

President, Confederation of Indian Universities

Mr. Ameya Prabhu

President, Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and World Economic Forum Young Global Leader

‘’The way Confederation reaches out to several countries across continents is one of its kind and praiseworthy. Confederation of Young Leaders is a very very important platform and the Government needs platforms such as CYL to promote India’s interest at large.’’

Hon'ble Dr. V Anantha Nageswaran

Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India

“’I am particularly delighted to witness the youth, as represented by the Confederation of Young Leaders, aligning their vision with India’s G20 Presidency to shape a better world.”

Hon'ble Mr. Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Chief Coordinator for India’s G20 Presidency

“Well, I offer my congratulations to the Confederation of Young Leaders of India for a noble vision of being the voice of India’s youth and ensuring their meaningful participation in creating a more sustainable world, the Confederation has succeeded in harnessing India’s Yuva Shakti.”

H.E Mr. Denis Alipov

Ambassador of the Russian Federation to India

‘’I express sincere gratitude to the leadership of the Confederation of Young Leaders for the energetic endeavours in promoting humanitarian ties between Russia and India, in particular in developing the youth dialogue. I look forward to continuing our close interaction that contributes to the strengthening of partnership between Russia and India.’’

H.E Mr Naor Gilon

Ambassador of Israel to India

‘’Your work with the youth of India in the sphere of youth development, public affairs, governance, and public policy is praiseworthy. I would like to wish your team good luck and continued success.’’

Hon’ble Smt Anandiben Patel

Governor of Uttar Pradesh

‘’Confederation of Young Leaders is one of the foremost chambers of youth organizations and young leaders in India working at the grass-root level and with strong national and international linkages. It is a matter of great satisfaction that CYL is working to boost India’s global framework through various engagements spearheaded by Young People.’’

H.E Mr Reuben Gauci

High Commissioner of Malta to India

‘’I admire very much the work which is being done by this Confederation in relation to the formation of Young People. A true democracy cannot function without good leadership and especially, may I add, without good leadership of the young. It is my sincere belief that the vision of a shared future, has to come from the young and it is thanks to associations like CYL that such a vision can come to fruition.’’

Hon’ble Shri Acharya Devvrat

Governor of Gujarat

‘’It is heartening to know that the Foundation Day shall celebrate the achievements, success stories and innovative governance initiatives launched by the Government of India under the dynamic leadership of the Prime Minister Hon’ble Shri Narendra Modi. I hope that the CYL will explore youngsters’ hidden potential and build the strong cadre of future public leaders and better citizens as well.’’

Hon’ble Shri Prem Singh Tamang

Chief Minister of Sikkim

‘’In recognition of your commitment to launch nationwide public campaign
“Billion for Five Trillion”, I am delighted to know that the Confederation of Young Leaders is launching the campaign on the auspicious occasion of Good Governance Day, the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. This would be an ideal homage to pay the Bharat Ratna awardee Shri. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who is loved and respected for his commitment and courage for leading the creation of a strong and unified nation.’’

Hon’ble Shri Neiphiu Rio

Chief Minister of Nagaland

‘’The experience of the CYL and its wide network will surely enable it to work effectively in collaboration with the Government of India, State Governments, Municipalities and Panchayats to chalk out a roadmap to implement its “ABC’ strategy of uniting the Administration (A), Businesses (B) and Communities (C) to achieve the goal of becoming a Five-Trillion Dollar economy. As the CYL embarks on this ambitious journey, I extend my appreciation and best wishes to all the participants and stakeholders as you endeavour to focus on building partnerships and creating awareness towards achieving this goal.’’

Hon’ble Shri Parshottam Rupala

India’s Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying

‘’Since its establishment, the Confederation has actively worked towards disseminating the success stories of our Government amongst the young people in India and across the globe through various innovative mediums of communication. May your organization continue to thrive and expand its influence in motivating the young minds of our nation.’’

Hon’ble Shri Manohar Lal

Chief Minister of Haryana

‘’On the occasion of the Foundation Day of the Confederation of
Young Leaders, I congratulate its office bearers and members and hope they will continue their efforts with added zeal and dedication to build a stronger, resilient and vibrant India.’’

Hon’ble Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma

Chief Minister of Assam

‘’In the eventful journey of our country, youth have always played a pivotal role in social transformation. It is indeed praiseworthy that CYL, which is one of the foremost chambers for youth organizations and young leaders in India, is working at the grass-root level with strong national and international linkages to empower the youth of the country. Many projects and initiatives of this leading organization are offering great opportunities for young people to take up leadership roles in all spheres of public life. I am hopeful that CYL will continue working with this vision to realize the “Youth Led Development” in the country as envisioned by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi.’’

H.H Srimat Swami Smaranananda ji Maharaj

President of the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission

“Confederation of Young Leaders, New Delhi is an example of the Youth of India waking up to the message of Universal brotherhood. Surely, it has great achievements waiting on its path.’’

Hon'ble Mr. Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Chief Coordinator for India’s G20 Presidency

H.H Geshe Dorji Damdul

Director, Tibet House
(Cultural Centre of H.H The Dalai Lama)
Official Translator to H.H. the Dalai Lama

‘’My heartfelt congratulations on the formation of the Confederation of Young Leaders, by the very dynamic and young Mr. Himadrish and his team. India is the largest democratic nation in the world, with a demographic structure in which the youth dominate. In light of the fact that the youth are the final bed rock of the future, sincerely pray and hope that Confederation of Young Leaders can greatly contribute to the country and the world’s future, as well as its leadership. May the people of India and the world see a brighter future, full of hope and joy, through the contributions of the Confederation of the Young Leaders.’’

H.H Geshe Dorji Damdul

Director, Tibet House
(Cultural Centre of H.H The Dalai Lama)
Official Translator to H.H. the Dalai Lama