Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday said that more than 11 lakh appointment letters have been issued across the country since the launch of the Rozgar Mela, underscoring the government’s commitment to mission-mode recruitment.
Speaking at the 18th edition of the Rozgar Mela held at the Transport Battalion, Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Behlana Camp, Chandigarh, the minister highlighted India’s development trajectory and expanding global footprint.
Focus on Inclusive Growth and Youth Empowerment
Puri said India’s progress is being driven by growth in manufacturing, exports, logistics, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure, while emphasising that development is being pursued with a strong focus on inclusion.
“We are not just pursuing development, but development with social inclusion,” he said.
He added that large-scale recruitment through initiatives like the Rozgar Mela plays a crucial role in translating government policies into tangible benefits for citizens.
PM Modi Addresses Rozgar Melas Nationwide
As part of the programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Rozgar Melas at 45 locations across the country through a video message. During the event, over 61,000 appointment letters were distributed to newly recruited youth, according to an official statement.
The Prime Minister reiterated the government’s resolve to build a Viksit Bharat by harnessing the potential and energy of the country’s youth.
Appointment Letters Distributed in Chandigarh
During the Chandigarh event, 107 candidates received appointment letters for posts across multiple ministries and departments. These included:
- 10 appointments in ITBP
- 36 in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- 30 in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- 8 in Assam Rifles
- 2 in Bank of Baroda
- 3 in Union Bank of India
- 18 in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
The distribution reflected the broad spectrum of public service opportunities being generated through the Rozgar Mela initiative.
Strengthening Governance and Service Delivery
Addressing the newly appointed candidates and their families, Puri described the occasion as a significant milestone, reflecting years of dedication and perseverance. He emphasised that public service carries the responsibility of ensuring effective implementation of government policies.
The minister said these appointments would contribute meaningfully to the realisation of Viksit Bharat@2047, the long-term development vision outlined by the Prime Minister.
He also stressed that the recruitment drive is not a symbolic exercise but part of a sustained effort to strengthen India’s administrative capacity and service delivery systems.
Source: TaxTMI