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January 25 – February 03, 2025

- An initiative by Rashtram School of Public Leadership

Good Governance Yatra 2025

Good Governance Yatra (GGY) is a premier 10-day immersive travel program designed for aspiring public leaders, policymakers, changemakers, and impact creators. This unique journey offers selected delegates the opportunity to witness transformative governance projects firsthand and engage with visionary policymakers shaping India’s future.

Now in its 8th edition, GGY brings together tomorrow’s leaders from diverse backgrounds to immerse, engage, learn, and network in an unparalleled experience of governance and leadership.

Ready for an immersive and engaging #GoodGovernanceYatra?

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1 Unforgettable Experience

10 Immersive Days

1500+ Kms of Exploration

1 UT & 1 State

45 Handpicked Delegates

Key Visits and Interactions

Ministerial Interactions

Gain insights into India’s governance through direct engagement with policymakers.

Key Infrastructure Visits

Witness flagship infrastructure projects driving Uttar Pradesh’s growth story.

Governance Best Practices

Learn how governance reforms are implemented across diverse regions in Uttar Pradesh.

Reflections on Mahakumbh 2025

Learn lessons in management and administrative efficiency from government officials overseeing Mahakumbh.

Industrial Corridor Insights

Understand the strategies behind UP’s industrial corridor development.

Cultural Transformation

Explore the revival of cultural hubs like Varanasi and Ayodhya and their impact.

Takeaways from the Program

Guided Discovery

Explore culture, people, and governance with Shri Shantanu Gupta while working on your inner self.

Role Model Interactions

Learn from the best minds behind impactful governance projects.

Impact Legacy

Join an exclusive network of 350+ alumni for lifelong learning, and gain access to city meetups, networking dinners, online discussions, and exclusive annual retreats.

Career Mentorship

Shape your career with guidance from leading policy professionals.

Case Studies

Encounter authentic local problems, construct novel hypotheses, test solutions, and collaborate to better understand the world around you.

Bharat Insights

Deepen your understanding of Bharat through insights from grassroots leaders.

GGY Certification

A “Certificate of Completion” will be awarded to all delegates upon successfully completing the entire yatra and submitting the required case study projects and assignments issued by Rishihood University.

GGY’ 25 Yatra Leader

Shri Shantanu Gupta, Professor of Practice

Rashtram School of Public Leadership, Rishihood University 

Shri Shantanu Gupta, an acclaimed author, political analyst, and Professor of Practice at Rashtram, Rishihood University, will be leading the GGY 2025 cohort for Uttar Pradesh. Renowned for his captivating TEDx talks, insightful podcasts, and profound writings, Shantanu Gupta’s expertise in decoding the intricacies of India’s political landscape is unparalleled. His bestselling biography, “The Monk Who Became Chief Minister”, showcases his exceptional storytelling ability.

Your Learning Journey

Anchor

Set your learning boundaries in advance by ascertaining the aims and objectives of your visit. Align your unique skills and interests to the core idea behind the yatra – to learn about governance through hands-on experience. 

Experience

Provoke your meta-learning by immersing yourself in the real world, experience first-hand the complications and contradictions of the policy implementation processes. Ask questions and interact with the site and its environment. Discuss, chat and reflect with your peers.

Assimilate

Re-call, re-live and re-examine the complex learnings with your mentor and assess how and why one governance model may work over another.

Evaluate

Present and demonstrate composite learnings from the yatra to your mentors with well-articulated reflection papers and case-study reports.

Yatra Route (Tentative)

Delhi – Lucknow – Prayagraj – Varanasi – Deoria – Gorakhpur – Ayodhya
Covering 1500+ kms

Hear from our GGY Alumni

Past Editions

Program Relevant for

The Yatra is designed for dynamic individuals who are willing to build a career in the domain of public policy, governance, and public leadership.

Dynamic Professional

Individuals looking to explore and enter the field of public policy and governance.

NRIs and Foreign Citizens

Individuals eager to learn about India’s policy framework and governance systems.

Aspiring Changemakers

Those wishing to experience e-governance and enhance their impact skills in this domain.

Development Professionals

Those interested in understanding India’s governance and development landscape while exploring career prospects.

Civil Service Aspirants

Candidates seeking first-hand exposure to governance and career opportunities in public policy and governance.

University Students and Scholars

Learners aiming to pursue full-fledged careers in development studies and governance.

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Past Governance Role Models

Interaction with Past Impact leaders shaping governance and society.

Rich Governance and Policy Network

Our Alums have engaged with the following companies for diverse roles.

Some of our Alums have got into top Ivy League Institutions

Admission Process

01.
Submit Your Application

Interested candidates should submit an online application by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on the Good Governance Webpage or by scanning the QR Code.

02.
Application Review

Application shall be reviewed and the selection communication will be sent within 7 working days of application submission.

03.
Payment of Fees

Selected candidates will have to pay the programme fee within 5 working days of receiving the confirmation email.

04.
Payment Confirmation

Admissions will be based on a first-come-first-serve basis until the maximum intake.

05.
Next Destination

10 days of exciting and self-exploratory experiences at the Yatra.

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If you have any queries regarding GGY '25, please feel free to get in touch with Saurabh Basu Chowdhury at saurabh.b@rishihood.edu.in, or you can reach out to us at +91 72989 82104.

FAQs

How to Prepare Yourself

The journey involves traveling to an altitude of 12,000 feet. To make the most of Good Governance Yatra we strongly recommend that you start an exercise regime at least a month prior to the trip which includes:

  • Daily brisk walking or jogging for 5 km.
  • Smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, and taking recreational drugs are strictly prohibited for the entire duration of the Yatra.

Packing Suggestions

As we will be traveling by bus, it is advisable to pack as light as possible. A bag with waterproof cover is needed and also to carry the daily luggage and frequently used items inside the bus. The rest of the items can be packed in a suitcase or a handbag. Due to the confines of space, it is necessary to keep luggage on the bus roof; therefore it is advisable to bring bags that are rain resistant and durable.

Weather

Weather conditions from May to September can be expected to be dry and sunny, with precipitation in August. Daytime temperatures can be as high as 20 to 25 degrees centigrade. Night-time temperatures can drop as low as 0 to -5° Celsius.

Rashtram Offers

  • Dedicated Rashtram team to manage the entire yatra.
  • Assistance and consultation from a doctor traveling along with the delegation.
  • Basic but comfortable rooms on a twin sharing basis.
  • Entry fee for all places on the itinerary.
  • Bus travel from Haryana to Uttar Pradesh throughout the course of the Yatra.
  • A collection of select photos will be shared with you after the Yatra.

Note: Rashtram takes the utmost care to make this Yatra an unforgettable memory and a treasure trove of valuable experiences in governance to be cherished for a lifetime.

Proviso: Please note that this yatra is not advised for pregnant women and those suffering from chronic health problems such as epilepsy, heart ailments, uncontrolled blood pressure and diabetes, asthma, chronic infections, psychological problems, and physical disabilities.

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