Lucknow Kaushal Mahotsav exemplifies government’s commitment to Shikshit Bharat and Kaushal Bharat: Rajnath Singh

Lucknow Kaushal Mahotsav Concludes, more than 6300 shortlisted 

Lucknow Kaushal Mahotsav exemplifies government’s commitment to Shikshit Bharat and Kaushal Bharat: Rajnath Singh

Lucknow, March 10th, 2024:  The two-day mega recruitment drive, Kaushal Mahotsav, concluded today in Lucknow with a resounding success, where more than 6300 candidates were shortlisted. The drive, which commenced on March 9 at the University of Lucknow, witnessed a significant footfall of over 12,000 job aspirants. The concluding ceremony of the recruitment drive was graced by the Hon’ble Defence Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, who personally extended letters of intent with job offers ranging between INR 2 lakhs to INR 3 lakhs per annum to select candidates.

Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Defence Ministersaid, “Youths have been the utmost priority of this government. Such (Kaushal Mahotsav) initiatives exemplify our commitment to Shikshit Bharat and Kaushal Bharat, as championed by our esteemed Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we are not only providing jobs to our youth but also nurturing a culture of entrepreneurship. Initiatives such as Startup India, Mudra Yojna, and Standup Yojna have empowered countless individuals to realize their dreams of entrepreneurship. Through the Mudra Yojna alone, the government has injected over 23 lakh crore rupees into the hands of our youth, catalyzing a wave of entrepreneurship and economic growth,” the minister said.

“Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, the youth of our nation have been granted an unparalleled opportunity to chase their dreams and thrive in an independent India. Today, India stands proudly as a global hub of startups.”

“To those who have secured employment today, I urge you to not only pursue your own aspirations but also support your families and contribute to society. Let us strive to foster symbiotic relationships between employers and employees, ensuring mutual growth and prosperity.Furthermore, I encourage you all to continue honing your skills and acquiring new ones. The journey of learning never ends, and I implore you to equip yourselves with the skills necessary to become entrepreneurs and job creators. As we look ahead, I envision a future where today’s job seekers become tomorrow’s job providers, participating in future Rozgar Melas to extend opportunities to others.”, He added.

He congratulated National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the Ministry of SkillDevelopment and Entrepreneurship for organising such a transformative event, where skill development, entrepreneurship, and employment converge.

Shri Kaushal Kishore, Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and Shri Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh addressed the event. Shri Anand Dwivedi, BJP President, Lucknow Mahanagar and Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International also graced the occasion.

Speaking during the occasion, Shri Kaushal Kishore, Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs said, “The success of this initiative underscores the Government’s unwavering commitment to empowering the next generation and steering our nation towards a future marked by self-sufficiency, innovation, and enhanced employability. Aligned with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister of Viksit Bharat by 2047, initiatives like Lakhpati Didi and NaMo Drone Didi are poised to play a pivotal role in uniting women, fostering financial independence, and seamlessly integrating them into the dynamic market landscape. I am confident that the Mahotsav servesas a beacon in empowering the youth of India”.