NEISSR organised a job fair in collaboration with MRF Limited and Step UP International at NEISSR, 7th Mile Chümoukedima on April 25.
Chümoukedima, April 25 (MExN): In a significant initiative to address the growing concern of unemployment in Nagaland, NEISSR organised a job fair offering 265 vacancies in collaboration with MRF Limited and Step UP International at NEISSR, 7th Mile Chümoukedima on April 25.
NEISSR Desk in a press release stated that addressing the participants, Dr Fr CP Anto, Principal of NEISSR, emphasised that unemployability is the root cause of the crisis. Youth need to be skilled, adaptable, and prepared for the workforce. He highlighted that the institute, having closely interacted with the youth of Nagaland, recognised the urgent need to create such employment opportunities.
During the job fair Venkataramanan R, HR Executive at MRF Limited, and Anitha Indira Bhai, Project Director of Step UP International, announced scope for over 500 youth from Nagaland. The recruiters also stressed the importance of developing a professional work culture in the region.
The event brought to light the stark reality of educated unemployment in the state. The District Employment Officer, Dimapur, shared that more than 68,000 educated individuals are currently unemployed in Nagaland.
“There is an urgent need for research into why the majority of youth prefer government jobs over private sector opportunities and why they are hesitant to explore employment outside the state,” NEISSR press release stated.
In its proactive role, NEISSR is collaborating with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the National Career Service, and AIDA Don Bosco to facilitate job placements and career counselling. The institute reiterated its commitment to empowering the youth through skill-based training and strategic partnerships.
As part of this initiative, walk-in interviews will be held for MRF LEAD and NAPS Programme and English Language Trainers for Step UP International on April 26 at Don Bosco College, Kohima.
