Deadline: 30 November 2015
Government of India is currently inviting applications from Indian Citizens to submit their ideas and suggestions for EK Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Contest. Ideas must include how the programme should be structured so as to encapsulate its true spirit in all its various dimensions and capture the diversity that characterises India.
The programme aims to give a boost to the existing cultural connect between different parts of the country and enhance interaction between people living in different states.
Contest themes
- Identifying role of central government and state governments in implementing the programme.
- Identifying the manner in which the governments, civil society and private sector can work together.
- Specifying the Use of modern communication tools, including social media.
- Documentation of success stories.
- Making ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ a people’s movement rather than a government programme.
Awards available
The winners of the contest will be awarded a certificate by the Prime Minister, along with cash prizes as follows:
- First Prize – Rs. 100,000/-
- Second Prize – Rs. 75,000/-
- Third Prize – Rs. 50,000/-
Eligibility Criteria
- Participants must be at least 18 years of age as on 1st November 2015.
- It is an individual participation contest and team entries would not be allowed.
- Participants must be Citizens of India and registered users of MyGov.
- The length of the entries should be limited to 1000 words or less.
- Participants are encouraged to submit original and innovative ideas.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online through the website.
For more information, please visit government programme.
