Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today handed over appointment letters to 355 youth. With this, the total number of government jobs given since the formation of his government has increased to 67,037. On this occasion, the Chief Minister said that for the first time, government jobs are being given only on the basis of merit, transparency and fair competition, without any recommendation, political influence or corruption.
He promised to reverse the trend of migration of skilled youth, open the way for regular jobs for 65,000 contract employees, open 25 new ITIs. And 13 existing I.T.I. Pointing towards huge investment in skill development through upgradation of institutions, he said that the AAP government is committed to giving confidence, appropriate opportunities and all possible assistance to the youth of Punjab to build their future by staying in the country.
Congratulations to newly appointed candidates
Congratulating the newly appointed candidates and their families, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that the only criteria for selection of candidates in our government is hard work, dedication and merit. Gone are the days when government jobs were distributed on the basis of bribes, recommendations or political connections.
Today, qualified candidates are being given jobs through a fair and transparent process. These youth have worked hard day and night to achieve success and this is just the beginning of their journey. The sky is open for them to fly for progress and I advise all the candidates to keep striving to achieve greater heights.
Targeted on paper leak also
CM Mann said that since 2017 till now, about 93 exam paper leak reports have been received across the country. Such incidents related to major examinations including NEET have disappointed lakhs of youth. However, after our government assumes power in 2022, not a single incident of paper leak has come to light in Punjab. The reason for this is that an honest government is working in the state. Promising students are getting jobs and opportunities on the basis of their talent and hard work.
The Chief Minister said that so far 67,037 government jobs have been provided by the Punjab Government on the basis of merit and every appointment has been made free from corruption, nepotism or favoritism.
Mission Employment… LIVE from Chandigarh during the appointment letter distribution ceremony to newly appointed youth of various departments.
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Mission Rozgar… LIVE from Chandigarh during the appointment letter distribution ceremony to newly appointed youth in various departments. https://t.co/ULY6QGlCLt— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) June 8, 2026
118 Schools of Eminence across the state
The Chief Minister said that 118 Schools of Eminence have been established by the Punjab Government across the state with the aim of securing the future of children from ordinary homes and backward classes by providing them quality education. He said, these schools of eminence are emerging as temples of modern education. They are brightening students’ lives and creating opportunities that were previously unavailable to most families. The success of these schools can be gauged from the fact that students from private schools are now taking admission in Schools of Eminence. This is a direct evidence of people’s increasing confidence in the government education system.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that an investment of Rs 20 crore has been made for the modernization of government polytechnic colleges. He further said, apart from this, Captain Amol Kalia Center of Excellence is being established in Nangal at a cost of Rs 23 crore. This institute will serve as a hub for state-of-the-art skill development and industry-oriented training and help prepare the youth for the jobs of the future.
The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that all the jobs have been provided only on the basis of merit, ignoring corruption and nepotism. He reiterated that the Punjab government is committed to ensure that no youth is forced to go abroad in search of jobs. He further said, we want to create such opportunities within Punjab that our youth can prepare their future by staying in their own country.
Jobs obtained through ability and hard work
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the jobs given by the government are not a favor for them but it is a true right of the qualified candidates. He further said, these youth deserve these jobs because of their qualifications and hard work. Unfortunately, the previous governments never paid attention to them. Today these youth have become successful on the basis of their ability and it is a matter of great pride for every Punjabi.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that more than 65,000 contract employees have dedicated important years of their lives in the service of Punjab. He said, these employees have worked tirelessly for the state. It is absolutely right that they should have respect, security and stability in their employment. Now there will be no contractor between the employees and the state government.
Major achievements of Bhagwant Mann government
* From the year 2022 till now, 67,037 government jobs have been provided purely on merit, transparency and without any recommendation.
* The youth of villages, towns and cities of Punjab have benefited from the government’s employment campaign.
* Recruitment is going on in many departments, in which the work of recruitment for more jobs is being started.
* Many candidates have secured government jobs through competitive examinations multiple times, which is a direct evidence of the trust people have in the recruitment system.
Skill Development and Technical Education Reforms
* 25 new ITIs across Punjab. Are under construction.
* 13 existing I.T.I. is being upgraded with better infrastructure and facilities.
* Rs 20 crore was spent on modernization of government polytechnic colleges.
* An investment of Rs 12 crore was made in the construction, repair and renovation of government polytechnic buildings.
* Cyber-Physical System Labs are being established in 8 government polytechnics in collaboration with IIT Ropar.
* Innovation Labs have been established in 5 government polytechnic colleges.
* Captain Amol Kalia Center of Excellence is being established in Nangal at a cost of Rs 23 crore.
* A new ITI is being built in Sardulgarh at a cost of Rs 17 crore.
* Semester internship program has been started in all 91 polytechnic colleges to prepare skills as per industry demand and provide job ready youth.
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