Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Monday that nearly 10 lakh permanent government jobs have been offered through the Rozgar Mela initiative since its inception in October 2022.

Speaking at the 14th edition of the recruitment drive, PM Modi described it as a milestone in the government’s efforts to provide transparent and fair employment opportunities.

Launched on October 22, 2022, Rozgar Mela aims to recruit 10 lakh personnel across various government ministries and departments. In its inaugural edition, appointment letters were handed over to 75,000 new recruits. Since then, the initiative has conducted 14 editions, distributing 9.25 lakh job letters.

On Monday, 71,000 new appointees received their appointment letters during ceremonies held at 45 locations across the country. The latest drive reflects the government’s commitment to creating job opportunities and addressing unemployment.

The Rozgar Mela has emerged as a platform for connecting job seekers with employers, empowering individuals to contribute to India’s development. PM Modi underscored the government’s efforts to facilitate employment and ensure transparency in the recruitment process.

In the 13th edition held on October 29, 51,000 appointment letters were distributed. On the occasion, the Prime Minister emphasized initiatives to enhance international employment prospects for Indian youth. He cited Germany’s Skilled Labour Strategy, which increased annual visas for skilled Indian workers from 20,000 to 90,000. Additionally, India has signed migration and employment agreements with 21 countries, including Japan, Australia, France, Germany, and Gulf nations.

A total of 71,000 appointees each were given letters in Rozgar Mela edition number 2, 3, 4 and 5. In the sixth (June 13) and seventh editions (July 22), 70,000 appointment letters each were distributed by the PM.

In the eighth edition of Rozgar Mela, held on August 28, 2023, 51,000 job letters were distributed. A total of 51,000 appointment letters each were distributed in the ninth, 10th and 11th editions of Rozgar Mela held earlier last year.

The highest number of 1 lakh appointment letters were distributed in the 12th edition of Rozgara Mela held on February 12.

On that occasion, the PM highlighted the Budget announcement of about 1 crore rooftop solar plants and said this scheme will create lakhs of new jobs.

(IANS)