The scale of such malpractice was far greater then, and the youth suffered because of a system that lacked transparency and accountability. This progress, however, can only be sustained if the youth stand with truth and support reforms that strengthen the system. The future of our nation depends on educated, empowered, and confident youth, not on youth caught in cycles of political confrontation. I appeal to the youth of India to stay focused on their dreams, their education, and their careers. The youth of India are not political tools; they are the builders of a developed, secure, and self-reliant India.