Union Minister of State for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan along with other officials and newly appointed candidates during the 18th tranche of the Rozgar Mela, held at the Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTC&S), Dimapur on January 24. (DIPR Photo)
Dimapur, January 24 (MExN): The 18th tranche of the Rozgar Mela, organised by the Assam Rifles, was held at the Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTC&S), Dimapur on January 24 for newly selected youths appointed to various Central government organisations.
The programme was graced by Union Minister of State for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan, as the chief guest. He was accompanied by Commissioner and Secretary, Rural Development, Thavaseelan K, IAS, senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs, representatives of the district administration and other dignitaries.
Addressing the gathering, Paswan congratulated the 366 candidates who received appointment letters on the occasion. He said the letters symbolised not merely employment, but also the trust and responsibility bestowed upon the youth by the nation, and urged the appointees to uphold integrity, discipline and a strong spirit of public service.
Highlighting the participation of youths in the Assam Rifles, CRPF, ITBP, SSB and other Central Armed Police Forces, the minister emphasised their crucial role in safeguarding the country’s unity, security and peace. He also expressed happiness over the selection of a large number of women candidates, describing it as a reflection of the government’s commitment to women-led development.
Paswan said the government is focused on youth empowerment and rural development, citing initiatives under VB-GRAMG, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, self-help groups and skill development programmes aimed at promoting dignified self-reliance.
Stating that the North-East has emerged as a key driver of national development, he noted significant improvements in connectivity and infrastructure in Nagaland. He reiterated the government’s resolve to ensure that no youth is deprived of opportunities, adding that a strong and awakened youth strengthens democracy and accelerates national progress.
Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, the minister called upon the newly appointed youths to contribute actively to nation-building with honesty, discipline and sensitivity towards citizens.
The event was connected live with the national Rozgar Mela programme, during which Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Rozgar Mela and addressed appointees across the country. The Rozgar Mela was organised simultaneously at 45 locations nationwide, during which around 61,000 appointment letters were issued.
