Archive · 14 Nov 2025
Raghav Chadha Welcomes Son, Advocates for Youth in Politics
A politician named Raghav Chadha, who is also married to an actress, recently became a father.
He said being a dad is the best feeling ever.
He also talked about how most people don't encourage young people to go into politics.
They usually want them to be doctors or engineers.
Raghav thinks this is wrong because India is a very young country.
He believes politics needs to be made better so that young people feel excited to join.
If the youth don't participate, their dreams and future might not be represented well.
He wants the people in charge to be as young and energetic as the country itself.
Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra welcomed their first child on October 19.
Chadha described fatherhood as an 'overwhelming feeling' and 'pure bliss'.
He noted that societal norms discourage young people from entering politics.
Chadha believes the perception of politics as a career for the unemployed must change.
He emphasized the need for youth participation in politics to represent India's young demographic and aspirations.
- Who
- Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha MP and Parineeti Chopra
- What
- Shared personal feelings on fatherhood and advocated for increased youth participation in politics.
- When
- During the FICCI Young Leaders’ Summit 2025.
- Where
- Mumbai
- Why
- To express the joy of fatherhood and to highlight the importance of youth involvement in shaping India's future and aspirations.
Existing Perception of Politics
Desired Perception of Politics
Attractiveness of Politics as a Career
Existing Perception of Politics
Politics is often seen as a career for the unemployed or unemployable.
Desired Perception of Politics
Politics should be a desirable career path that attracts talented youth.
Societal Encouragement
Existing Perception of Politics
Parents and educators typically encourage careers in fields like science, engineering, or acting, but not politics.
Desired Perception of Politics
There should be encouragement for young people to enter politics.
Image of Politics
Existing Perception of Politics
Politics is considered a 'bad word' and is associated with negative connotations.
Desired Perception of Politics
Politics needs to be 'cleaned up' to attract young participation and reflect India's youth demographic.
- New Father
- Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha MP
- Event
- FICCI Young Leaders’ Summit 2025
- Location
- Mumbai
- Personal News
- Welcomed first child on October 19