Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma of Rajasthan emphasized the government’s commitment to generating employment opportunities for the youth in sectors like tourism, solar energy, and industry. The government aims to create 4 lakh government and 6 lakh private sector jobs within five years, with 92,000 government jobs already provided and recruitment ongoing for over 1.53 lakh positions. Additionally, more than 2 lakh jobs have been generated in the private sector.
The Chief Minister announced the upcoming introduction of a new Youth Policy during his address at the State-Level Employment Fair held at Commerce College. This fair, organized to mark two years of the state government, showcased over 100 employers from various private industry sectors. The event underscored the government’s focus on employment, skill development, and entrepreneurship.
Sharma highlighted the government’s efforts to prevent paper leaks during its tenure, contrasting it with past issues faced by the youth. He referenced Swami Vivekananda’s message, stating that the 21st century belongs to India and commending Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership in propelling India towards global prominence. The government’s strategic roadmap prioritizes water, electricity, industry, and employment.
At the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, agreements totaling Rs 35 lakh crore were signed, with projects worth Rs 8 lakh crore already in progress, leading to substantial job opportunities. The government has conducted 410 employment assistance camps, benefiting over 1.11 lakh unemployed individuals. Initiatives like the Mukhyamantri Yuva Sambal Yojana have provided financial aid to over 4 lakh youths, distributing Rs 1,156 crore as unemployment allowance.
Skill, Employment, and Entrepreneurship Minister Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore praised the work ethic and discipline of Rajasthan’s youth, making them highly desirable to private sector employers. He highlighted the employment fair as a pathway to self-reliance and emphasized the ongoing provision of private sector jobs through employment camps across the state. The event saw the Chief Minister distributing appointment letters to selected youths hired by private companies, with the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers, the Chairman of the Vishwakarma Skill Development Board, and numerous youths and private employers.
