Shillong, Oct 5: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma today attended the closing function of the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) held at the Divine Retreat Centre in Kerala.

The Holy Mass was celebrated by Cardinal Felipe of Goa and President of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI).

Attended the closing function of the silver jubilee celebrations of the Indian Catholic Youth Movement held at Divine Retreat Centre, Kerala.

As we celebrate Jubilee Year of Hope, let us remember that hope is not passive – it’s a choice we make daily.

Let our actions make… pic.twitter.com/Vy2n4TwUZy

— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) October 5, 2025

In his speech, CM Sangma congratulated the ICYM on its 25 years of service and leadership. He emphasized the importance of courageous witness and living out one’s faith in every sphere of life.

He urged the youth to be beacons of hope, to stand tall in the face of challenges, and to use their platforms to amplify truth, justice, and compassion.

He praised the ICYM for forging leaders of integrity, building bridges of compassion, and inspiring a culture of service.

He encouraged the youth to prioritize wellness, pursue practical skills, and use technology as an instrument of truth and kindness.

He also urged them to bridge divides and serve inclusively, embodying integrity, courage, and compassion.

“Let this Jubilee be the fire that reignites your spirit, the challenge that sharpens your purpose, and the call that sets your feet in motion. Lead with boldness, serve with humility, and shine with the light of Christ”, he said.

Urging the youth to use digital era to build, not break, he said, “Harness social entrepreneurship to uplift the marginalized. Leverage global connections to think big and act locally”.

The Chief Minister also congratulated the ICYM on its Silver Jubilee celebrations and appealed to the youth to be changemakers in the Church, country, and world.

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