Bihar to Provide 12 Lakh Government Jobs by 2025: Governor Arif Mohammad Khan
Bihar Governor Announces Ambitious Employment Plans: 12 Lakh Government Jobs by 2025
In a major development for the youth of Bihar, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan announced on Sunday that the state will provide 12 lakh government jobs and create 34 lakh employment opportunities by the end of 2025. The announcement, made during his address at the Gandhi Maidan in Patna, underlined the state government’s commitment to addressing unemployment and fostering economic growth. The governor’s speech focused on a variety of welfare measures, infrastructure development, and maintaining law and order across the state.
Bihar’s Bold Employment Goals
Governor Khan stated that Bihar has already made significant strides in providing employment, with 9 lakh government jobs and 24 lakh employment opportunities created so far. He emphasized that the state government is working systematically to provide an additional 12 lakh government jobs and create a total of 34 lakh employment opportunities by the end of 2025. These efforts are aimed at addressing the rising demand for jobs among the youth in the state and ensuring sustainable economic growth.
“The Bihar government is committed to making sure that our youth have access to stable and rewarding employment opportunities. The targets we’ve set are part of our broader vision to empower the youth of the state,” said Governor Khan.
Strengthening Law and Order
A key component of the government’s development strategy is ensuring the maintenance of law and order. The governor highlighted that enhancing the strength of the state’s police force was one of the top priorities. He emphasized that the government was working proactively to control crime, restore public confidence, and ensure safety for all residents.
“Rule of law prevails in the state… that is the top priority of the government,” Governor Khan said, adding that substantial investments were being made to strengthen the police force and improve law enforcement capabilities.
Preserving Community Harmony
In his address, Governor Khan also focused on the importance of maintaining peace and communal harmony within the state. He highlighted that the Bihar government had taken swift action to address any incidents of communal tension, ensuring that peace prevailed. The government has also undertaken the construction of boundary walls for temples over 60 years old, as well as fencing of burial grounds to promote communal harmony and security.
“An atmosphere of harmony and peace prevails in the state. Prompt action is taken whenever there is a threat to this harmony,” said the governor, underscoring the importance of interfaith cooperation in the state’s development.
Infrastructure and Health Improvements
The governor also discussed Bihar’s ongoing efforts to improve its infrastructure and healthcare facilities. He outlined the state’s focus on expanding road networks, building bridges, and enhancing road safety to further boost connectivity. The state has already achieved a significant milestone, making it possible to travel from remote areas to Patna in six hours, and efforts are underway to reduce that time to five hours.
Healthcare infrastructure is another priority for the state. Governor Khan mentioned that Bihar now boasts 12 medical colleges and hospitals, with 14 new medical colleges under construction. This expansion will help address the growing demand for healthcare services across the state. The state is also modernizing Patna Medical College and Hospital to accommodate 5,400 beds, along with increasing the capacity of other medical colleges to 2,500 beds each.
Women’s Empowerment Initiatives
A notable feature of Bihar’s development agenda is the focus on women’s empowerment. Governor Khan proudly stated that Bihar has the highest number of women in its police force in the country, with more than 30,000 women serving in law enforcement. He also mentioned that the state has implemented a 35% reservation for women in government jobs since 2016.
The state government has also made significant strides in empowering women in rural areas through self-help groups (SHGs). As of now, 10.61 lakh SHGs are operating across Bihar, involving over 1.31 crore women. Moreover, the government is expanding this initiative to urban areas, aiming to make women more self-reliant and economically independent.
Investment and Economic Growth
Governor Khan highlighted the importance of creating a favorable environment for investment in Bihar. He noted that the state had signed investment commitments worth Rs 1.80 lakh crore during the Bihar Business Connect-2024 initiative, aimed at positioning the state as a major destination for industries and investors. This move is expected to boost job creation, economic development, and infrastructural growth.
Agricultural Development
Bihar’s agricultural sector also received attention in the governor’s address. He outlined that the government is implementing the fourth agricultural roadmap with an investment of Rs 1.62 lakh crore to improve the sector’s productivity. These investments are focused on enhancing infrastructure, modernizing farming practices, and improving the livelihood of farmers across the state.
Conclusion
Governor Arif Mohammad Khan’s address reflects Bihar’s ambitious vision for the future, with a clear focus on job creation, law and order, communal harmony, and the empowerment of women. With the state set to provide 12 lakh government jobs and create 34 lakh employment opportunities by 2025, Bihar’s roadmap for growth and development seems poised for significant success. The continued investment in infrastructure, healthcare, and education promises to bring transformative changes to the state, benefiting its citizens for years to come.