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It is a fantastic initiative, very inspiring as well. As Capt Amarinder pointed out, a lot of responsibility rests on the youth. It is important that they should use technology for development instead of abusing it.

Ritu Nag, regional head, corporate communications, Max

It was very inspiring to see these youngsters after reading so much about them. To come so far despite their humble background is laudable indeed. I was particularly impressed by the number of girls who made it to the list. Col Bikram Ahluwalia (retd)

It was a very refreshing event. Youth should be honoured and people of our age group should get to interact with them. We have the wisdom, while they have the freshness. Such forums spur you to do more. Indu Bala Singh, documentary filmmaker

It is a very good forum, inspirational for both the achievers and those who are aspiring. I really liked the choice of achievers made by HT. Such recognition always motivates people to aim higher and higher. Pushpinder Singh, corporate honcho

I am sure it was very inspiring both for the achievers who were awarded as well as the audience. Although I thought the music tried to hype up the occasion , I guess it is natural when you are relating to a young audience .

Andrew Ayre, British deputy high commissioner

It is a great initiative by Hindustan Times to motivate youngsters to reach their goals. Takeaways from such events matter. I hope this evening inspires other youngsters to realise their potential, too.

Vivek Atray, bureaucrat /author

Such events allow achievers to interact with their role models. The hockey players among the achievers were so thrilled to see my grandfather, the legendary Olympian Balbir Singh Senior, who is always happy to interact with young talent. Kabir