Year wise look at the unemployment rate showed that it was 6.1% in 2023-24, 4.4% in 2022-23, 5.2% in 2021-22, 5.9% in 2019-20 and 6.7% in 2019-20 The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said that unemployment rate in Jammu and Kashmir has declined from 6.7% in 2019-20 to 6.1% in 2023-24 and claimed that the government has initiated a slew of measures to tide over the problem, including creation of 9.58 lakh livelihood opportunities through various schemes. Responding to a question by NC MLA Mubarak Gul, minister incharge Javed…
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Omar Abdullah Advocates for Regulated Investments to Safeguard Land and Create Jobs
Investments Must Be Regulated to Protect Land and Jobs: Omar Abdullah Srinagar, February 21, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday attended the Confederation of Indian Industry’s J&K Annual Session-2025 titled “Amazing J&K: Aspiring for new growth goals”. According to a spokesperson, the event, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (J&K Council), brought together business leaders, industrialists, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to discuss strategic actions to boost J&K’s economic growth and development, driving the region’s competitiveness and business potential through a robust and resilient industrial and sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystem.…
Read MoreKashmir’s Unemployment Crisis: Challenges and Strategic Interventions
Unemployment in Kashmir: Challenges, Causes, and Strategic Solutions By: Javid Amin Unemployment, defined as the inability of individuals who are willing and able to work to secure employment, is a pressing issue across the globe. In Kashmir, however, the problem is particularly acute, with young people facing limited opportunities amidst a challenging economic and political environment. Addressing unemployment in the region requires an in-depth understanding of its root causes and a multifaceted approach to crafting sustainable solutions. Understanding the Causes of Unemployment in Kashmir 1. Overdependence on Government Jobs A…
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