What Happened at the 16th Rozgar Mela in Chhattisgarh?

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Key Takeaways
- 16th Rozgar Mela brought hope to job seekers.
- Union Minister Durgadas Uikey emphasized youth empowerment.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi aims for a developed India by 2047.
- 72 appointment letters were handed out in Raipur.
- Employment initiatives are a key focus of the government.
Raipur, July 12 (NationPress) The 16th Rozgar Mela took place nationwide on Saturday, bringing joy to countless job seekers.
The event in Raipur, Chhattisgarh’s capital, was hosted at the Railway Division community hall, where Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Durgadas Uikey, served as the chief guest and presented 72 appointment letters to successful candidates from Chhattisgarh and neighboring states.
The recipients expressed immense happiness and gratitude upon receiving their government job offer letters, marking a significant milestone in their professional journeys.
Durgadas Uikey praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership, stating it has been pivotal in India’s journey towards becoming a “golden nation.”
“We are fortunate to have a youthful population in India, with around 65% under the age of 35. Historically, transformative changes have been fueled by the energy of young people. From Lord Shri Ramchandra to Swami Vivekananda, hope has always rested on our youth,” he remarked.
The Minister highlighted PM Modi's vision for India to emerge as the world’s most developed nation by 2047, viewing the upcoming 25 years - termed “Amrit Kaal” - as a crucial period for India's growth.
“The Prime Minister has high aspirations for our youth. In these next 25 years, every citizen should seek enlightenment and fulfill their responsibilities, contributing to the nation in their respective fields,” he added.
Emphasizing the government's employment initiatives, Uikey pointed out the successes of various schemes.
“From the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to numerous other programs, the Prime Minister has demonstrated how lakhs of jobs have been generated. This initiative is ongoing, and we are confident of its success,” he stated.
He also commended the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, recalling how PM Modi launched a cleanliness movement from the Red Fort, transforming it into a nationwide campaign.
“Today, both Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh rank among the cleanest states in India. We are thankful to the Prime Minister for establishing this goal and for maintaining this significant campaign across the country,” Uikey remarked.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to new recruits nationwide via video conferencing as part of the Rozgar Mela initiative.
This employment drive was conducted simultaneously at 47 locations across the nation.
According to an official statement, the new recruits will be joining critical government departments, including the Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Posts, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Financial Services, and the Ministry of Labour and Employment, among others.