Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited candidates across various government departments and organisations during the 19th edition of the Rozgar Mela held via video conferencing. 

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said India’s youth are playing a crucial role in accelerating the country’s journey towards becoming a developed nation. “India’s youth are playing a vital role in accelerating the journey towards a Viksit Bharat. Rozgar Mela reflects our Government’s commitment to empowering the Yuva Shakti with new opportunities,” Modi said. 

Major opportunities for Indian youth: PM

Highlighting India’s growing global partnerships, Modi said his recent visits to countries including the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, the UAE, and Italy would create major opportunities for Indian youth across sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, green technology, and advanced manufacturing. 

“During my recent visit to the Netherlands, discussions were held on semiconductors, water, agriculture and advanced manufacturing. In Sweden, there were extensive discussions on cooperation in AI and digital innovation. Norway and India discussed green technology and maritime cooperation, while important agreements were reached with the UAE on strategic, energy and technology partnerships,” he said. 

He added that India and Italy had also reached agreements in areas such as defence, critical minerals and science and technology. “All these agreements will directly benefit the youth of India,” the Prime Minister said. 

Citing semiconductor manufacturing as an example, Modi referred to a partnership between Dutch semiconductor equipment maker ASML and Tata Group. “India is becoming the world’s most trusted supply chain partner. ASML’s agreement with Tata is a rare partnership that will create countless employment opportunities and open the doors to next-generation technology for India,” he said. 

He further said technology collaborations with Sweden and the UAE, particularly in AI and supercomputing, would strengthen India’s technological capabilities and generate new opportunities for young professionals. 

Rozgar Mela initiative aimed at accelerating employment generation: Modi

The government said the Rozgar Mela initiative is aimed at accelerating employment generation in line with the Prime Minister’s focus on job creation. Since its launch, around 12 lakh appointment letters have been distributed through 18 Rozgar Melas organised across the country. 

The 19th Rozgar Mela was conducted at 47 locations nationwide. Newly recruited candidates from across India will join various ministries and departments, including the Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Financial Services, and Department of Higher Education, among others.