Assam Sees Decline in Unemployment Under CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's Leadership

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state's unemployment rate has decreased to 6.1% for the 2023-24 financial year, attributing this to the government's proactive policies. The BJP's election promises included reducing unemployment and supporting youth opportunities. The government also backs startups and SHGs through financial and policy aid.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that the state's unemployment rate has gradually decreased to 6.1% for the 2023-24 financial year, reflecting the effectiveness of the government's policies.

Sarma highlighted that one of the BJP's significant election promises was to reduce unemployment and provide ample growth opportunities for the state's youth. He emphasized that the statistics speak for themselves, with unemployment expected to further decline due to ongoing policy interventions.

While posing on platform X, Sarma declared the state government's commitment to empowering Assam's youth through proactive policies, though he did not specify whether the new jobs were in the public or private sectors. Furthermore, the government has supported startups and self-help groups while ensuring job creation through rapid infrastructure development. The 'Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan' scheme, introduced in September 2023, aims to help young people establish their own ventures.

(With inputs from agencies.)