Will Gujarat's DGR Job Fair Transform Ex-Servicemen's Careers?

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- The job fair is scheduled for July 25 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Auditorium.
- Ex-servicemen must bring their ESM identity card and five copies of their resume.
- Employers can register for free and access resumes of candidates.
- The event aims to connect veterans with opportunities in various sectors.
- Previous fairs have successfully engaged hundreds of ex-servicemen.
Ahmedabad, July 16 (NationPress) The Directorate General Resettlement (DGR), under the Ministry of Defence’s Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, is preparing to host a specialized job fair for former armed forces personnel in Ahmedabad on July 25.
This event will be held at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Auditorium situated within the Ahmedabad Military Station in Shahibaug, commencing at 9:30 AM. The Chief Guest for the occasion will be Major General Gaurav Bagga, General Officer Commanding 11 RAPID, along with Colonel VS Chandrawat (Retd), Group CSO of the Adani Group, and other notable figures.
The job fair is aimed at linking ex-servicemen with a variety of employment opportunities spanning sectors such as security, operations, hospitality, healthcare, engineering, and technical services. Attendees are expected to bring their ESM identity card and five copies of their resume.
Employers can register free of charge to gain access to complimentary stall space, job postings, and resumes of registered candidates.
This initiative seeks to harness the extensive pool of disciplined, trained, and skilled ex-servicemen for roles such as personal security officers, supervisors, drivers, engineers, technicians, and machine operators.
Interested candidates and businesses can obtain more information or register at www.esmhire.com.
The upcoming DGR job fair in Ahmedabad is anticipated to assist around 800 to 1,200 ex-servicemen, based on previous participation patterns from similar events across India.
This effort is vital as it facilitates the smooth transition of retired armed forces personnel into civilian life by connecting them with valuable employment opportunities that align with their discipline, leadership capabilities, and technical skills.
Many ex-servicemen retire at a relatively young age, bringing with them invaluable experience, yet they often encounter obstacles in the corporate job market. By bridging this gap, the job fair not only empowers veterans with financial independence and social integration but also provides industries with a dependable, skilled, and mission-oriented workforce.
Gujarat has previously staged successful job fairs for ex-servicemen organized by the DGR, reaffirming the significance of such events in aiding veterans’ transition to civilian life.
A noteworthy fair occurred in August 2019 at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Ahmedabad, attracting ex-servicemen from across Gujarat’s Golden Katar Division who engaged with recruiters from various sectors, including banking, logistics, and security.
These events have consistently drawn participation from hundreds of ex-servicemen and numerous reputable companies, showcasing strong interest from both job seekers and employers.
Similar fairs held in other regions such as Pune, Guwahati, and Bhubaneswar attracted over 1,000 veterans and 40–50 companies, offering approximately 1,000 to 1,500 vacancies each. These fairs not only deliver dignified employment opportunities to trained and disciplined veterans but also assist industries in accessing a reliable, mission-driven workforce.