Rozgar Mela 2026: How 61,000 Jobs Signal India’s Expanding Opportunities

Employment generation took center stage as Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over 61,000 appointment letters to newly recruited candidates across multiple government departments during the 18th Rozgar Mela on January 24, 2026. The event, organized simultaneously at 45 locations, reflects the government’s broader strategy to place youth empowerment at the heart of governance.

Addressing the gathering, PM Modi described the Rozgar Mela as a “Basant Panchami in the lives of thousands of youth,” symbolizing new beginnings. He noted that India’s trade and mobility agreements with several countries are creating fresh opportunities for young professionals abroad, while domestic initiatives continue to expand job prospects at home.

Key Highlights

• Appointment Letters: Over 61,000 youth received jobs across ministries and departments.
• Women Empowerment: Significant appointments of women constables in paramilitary forces.
• Global Outlook: PM Modi stressed that trade pacts and mobility agreements are opening international career pathways.
• Nation-Building: Employment drives are integral to the Viksit Bharat mission.
• Scale of Initiative: Since inception, Rozgar Melas have issued over 11 lakh appointment letters nationwide.

Sources: Economic Times, Mint, India Today, ANI