Bahraich: As many as 341 candidates were shortlisted for jobs at a district-level employment fair organised under the Uttar Pradesh govt’s Mission Rozgar campaign at Shanti Devi Subhash Chandra Sushant PG College in Chakujot, Bahraich. A total of 17 private companies interviewed 602 candidates, while city MLA Anupama Jaiswal distributed offer letters to selected candidates.The MLA urged young people to register on the Employment Sangam Portal, operated by the Department of Employment, to access job opportunities in India and abroad.Addressing the candidates, Jaiswal encouraged them to work with dedication and honesty, saying no work was big or small. She also urged them to overcome negative thinking and make the best use of available opportunities.She said the Centre and Uttar Pradesh govts were implementing various schemes to promote employment and self-employment, helping young people become self-reliant and create jobs for others.District employment officer Sanjay Kumar briefed candidates about employment opportunities and the Employment Sangam Portal. Departments including industry, khadi and village industries, lead bank and labour also set up stalls to provide information about govt schemes and employment initiatives. Eligible candidates were registered for relevant schemes.
