Haryana's Unemployment Crisis: Trends and Government Initiatives
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Unemployment Rate | Urban unemployment for those above 15 years in Haryana is 4.1% (Jan-Mar 2024). |
| Previous Unemployment Rate | 9% in 2021-22; 8.8% in 2023. |
| National Average Unemployment | 6.7% (Jan-Mar 2024). |
| Key Factors | Post-Covid economic slowdown impacting sectors like hospitality and aviation. |
| Youth Migration | Increasing trend of emigration due to lack of local job opportunities. |
| Government Jobs | 30,000 jobs filled in 2024; target of 50,000 before Assembly polls on 5th October 2024. |
| Skill Development | Criticism of government programs for not meeting industry needs. |
| Industrial Projects | Maruti Suzuki and Suzuki Motorcycle plants in Kharkhoda expected to generate 15,000 jobs. |
| Government Initiatives | "Mission 60,000" for youth employment in BPL families; focus on industrial projects. |