Over 500 Youth Land Jobs at Nangal Fair: Minister Harjot Bains Calls it a “Big Win for Punjab’s Future”
In a heartening moment for hundreds of families in Punjab, 516 young jobseekers walked away with offer letters in hand at the Nangal Job Fair, an initiative that’s quickly gaining momentum across the state.
Held at ITI Nangal, the Nangal job fair was organized by the Technical Education and Industrial Training Department and drew participation from 26 public and private companies, including well-known names like BSNL, SML Isuzu, Swaraj Division M&N, and ITL Sonalika.
While speaking at the event, Punjab Technical Education and Industrial Training Minister Harjot Singh Bains expressed pride and optimism.
“This is not just about numbers—it’s about transforming lives,” he said.
A Step Closer to Self-Reliance
Out of 1013 candidates who enrolled in the fair, 516 secured job offers—that’s more than half. Minister Bains emphasized that this is a major milestone in the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government’s ongoing mission to tackle unemployment and uplift the youth.
“We’re not only offering jobs. We’re offering hope, purpose, and a future,” Bains told attendees, while urging young people to continue upskilling in response to the evolving demands of industry.
Private Giants Step In
Prominent recruiters were quick to identify promising candidates. Companies like Swaraj and RS Manpower alone hired 224 candidates, reflecting both the industry’s faith in local talent and the success of Punjab’s education-to-employment model.
Bains noted that this fair wasn’t just a one-day affair.
“Those who didn’t get placed today will not be forgotten,” he assured. “Our team will follow up and connect them with opportunities that suit their profiles.”
The Bigger Picture
With the job market in flux, and the need for skilled workers increasing across sectors, the Punjab government’s focus is not just to generate employment, but also to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry demands.
This Nangal job fair is part of a larger vision—to create a self-reliant Punjab, where youth don’t need to migrate for better opportunities.
As Minister Bains mingled with students, shook hands with recruiters, and paused for photos with smiling candidates clutching job offers, one thing became clear: this wasn’t just a political gesture—it was a moment of real change.
“We’re building Punjab’s tomorrow, one offer letter at a time,” said Bains.