Punjab’s Young Talent Shines on National Stage, DAV University’s Oorvi Rathour Wins Youth Climate Leader Award

Jalandhar: Punjab’s young talent continues to make a mark on the national stage, bringing immense pride to the state and its institutions. Oorvi Rathour, a student of DAV University Jalandhar has won the prestigious Youth Climate Leader Award at the Model COP-31 Simulation held at IIT Roorkee. Her achievement highlights the growing participation, leadership and environmental consciousness of Punjab’s youth at national platforms.

The national-level simulation was organised by Students for Development (SFD), India, at the IIT Roorkee. Designed on the functioning and proceedings of the international Conference of the Parties (COP), the simulation brought together more than 80 young participants from different parts of the country. Participants were assigned the responsibility of representing various countries, with Oorvi Rathour representing India. A total of nine participants from Punjab represented the state at the national platform.

During the simulation, young delegates engaged in extensive discussions on critical global concerns, including climate change, biodiversity conservation, water conservation and environmental protection, with a focus on facts, data, policy perspectives, innovative ideas and practical solutions. Representing India, Oorvi Rathour impressed the jury with her strong subject knowledge, confidence, leadership abilities and solution-oriented approach, effectively presenting India’s perspective and contributing meaningful solutions to pressing climate challenges, which earned her the prestigious Youth Climate Leader Award. Her performance reflected the growing potential of young people to contribute meaningfully to global discussions on climate action and sustainable development.

Prof. (Dr) Manoj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, DAV University, Jalandhar Congratulating Oorvi Rathour on her achievement and said, “We are immensely proud of her for bringing this prestigious national recognition to DAV University and Punjab. Her achievement reflects the confidence, knowledge and leadership qualities that our students develop through meaningful academic and experiential opportunities.

Prof (Dr) S K Arora, Registrar, DAV University, Jalandhar, congratulated Oorvi and said, “her success at the Model COP-31 Simulation is a remarkable accomplishment and a matter of great pride for the entire DAV University fraternity. Her ability to represent India at a national-level platform and emerge as a Youth Climate Leader demonstrates her commitment, preparation and leadership potential.

Dr. Gitika Nagrath, Dean, CBME and Humanities, DAV University, congratulated Oorvi and said, “Oorvi’s achievement reflects her knowledge, confidence and commitment to climate action. Such accomplishments inspire other students to engage with global challenges and emerge as responsible leaders for a sustainable future.”

The achievement is a matter of pride not only for DAV University but also for Punjab, demonstrating that the state’s youth are actively participating in national-level platforms and creating a distinct identity through their talent, ideas and leadership.