BlueKraft Digital Foundation marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 74th birthday celebrations on September 17 with the launch of its new publishing and knowledge centre and the announcement of the Viksit Bharat Fellowship.
The initiative is aimed at empowering emerging and seasoned professionals, academics and experts both within India and globally to contribute to a rich and meaningful narrative about the nation.
The Viksit Bharat Fellowship offers 25 fellowships in three distinct tiers — BlueKraft Associate Fellowship, BlueKraft Senior Fellowship and BlueKraft Distinguished Fellowship.
Each tier comes with its own stipend structure. Associate Fellows will receive Rs 75,000 per month, Senior Fellows will get Rs 1,25,000 per month, and Distinguished Fellows will be awarded Rs 2,00,000 per month for one year.
Additionally, completed works may be published under the BlueKraft Digital Foundation’s banner, providing a platform to reach a broader audience.
Akhilesh Mishra, CEO of BlueKraft Digital Foundation, said, “It reflects our commitment to celebrating the vision of growth, inclusivity, and progress that the PM embodies through participatory action.”
Hitesh Jain, Director of BlueKraft Digital Foundation, said, “Through thoughtful publications and knowledge sharing, we can contribute significantly to the ongoing dialogue around social development in India. Our goal is to create awareness through the transformative work happening across the nation and facilitate discussions that lead to pragmatic solutions and empower communities for a brighter future.”
