Sitharaman urges Gen Z and Alpha to lead and put country first

Published 15 Sept 2026, 10:12 UTC · Updated 16 Sept 2026, 12:19 UTC

AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke at the 36th convocation of Dr. M. G. R. Educational & Research Institute in Chennai, calling on Gen Z and Gen Alpha graduates to assume leadership roles and prioritize national interests. She urged young people to ask how they can contribute to India rather than what the country owes them, emphasizing the need for responsible citizenship and active participation in the nation’s future.

Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 50% center, 50% right.

Who is covering this story

• Center (1): Deccan Herald
• Right-leaning (1): Times Now

Sources

• 'Put country first': Sitharaman urges Gen Z, Gen Alpha generations to assume leadership, shoulder responsibility — Deccan Herald (center)
• Beyond Marks And Careers: Mansukh Mandaviya’s Message For India’s Students At TimesNow.in Education Summit — Times Now (right-leaning)

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