The Essay Writing Competition – 2024 was organized by the Department of Information and Public Relations, Jammu & Kashmir as part of the Independence Day celebrations to engage youth and university students in expressing their ideas on the theme “Viksit Bharat @2024.” Participants were invited to submit their entries online through the official submission link between August 1 and August 10, 2024. The competition witnessed participation from over 1,800 students across various districts of Jammu and Kashmir, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and a sense of national pride. Winners were awarded certificates and cash prizes, highlighting exceptional essays that envisioned India’s development and progress.