On the occasion of International Literacy Day, eminent English litterateur and social entrepreneur Dr. Birbal Jha delivered a powerful address on Financial Literacy for Today’s Youth – The Road Map to Viksit Bharat 2047, urging young people to equip themselves with financial knowledge as a stepping stone toward a prosperous and self-reliant India.
Speaking to a gathering of youth, Dr. Jha emphasized that financial literacy is fundamental to empowerment and national development. “Financial literacy is the foundation of empowerment — when youth understand money, they build not just wealth, but a stronger nation for 2047,” added Dr Birbal Jha, widely known for his role in imparting employability skills.
Dr Birbal Jha, living legend of Bihar, highlighted that managing finances is not optional but essential, stating, “Saving, investing, and budgeting are not choices; they are the tools with which today’s youth will craft the future of a developed India.”
The visionary Dr Birbal also pointed out how financial awareness helps young individuals dream boldly and build opportunities, saying, “A financially educated youth is free from fear, free to dream, and free to create opportunities that benefit society at large.”
Drawing attention to the long-term vision of building a developed India by 2047, Dr Jha added, “Viksit Bharat 2047 will be built not by ideas alone, but by disciplined financial habits practiced consistently by the youth.”
Inspiring students to begin their financial journey early, Dr. Jha encouraged them to view saving as an investment in both personal and national growth: “Let every student learn that every rupee saved today is a seed for tomorrow’s progress — for themselves and for India.”
Dr Jha concluded with a call to action, underscoring the broader impact of financial literacy: “A nation becomes developed when its youth understand the power of financial responsibility — let us commit to spreading this knowledge in every school and home.”
Dr. Jha elaborated that financial literacy not only helps individuals secure their future but also strengthens the economy by promoting entrepreneurship, responsible borrowing, and informed decision-making.
Dr Birbal urged schools, colleges, and community centres to incorporate financial education into their curricula and leverage technology to raise awareness.
The event reinforced the view that financial education is a critical pillar in achieving economic growth, reducing inequalities, and preparing the youth to lead India toward its centenary milestone in 2047.
A Financial Literacy Campaign was launched under the banner of British Lingua, an institute of international repute for communication skills. Led by Dr. Birbal Jha, mass communicator and crusader, the initiative will be taken to every district of Bihar.