Union Minister Kiren Rijiju distributes appointment letters at Rozgar Mela

Dimapur, July 21 (MExN): The Rozgar Mela, an employment initiative aimed at boosting job opportunities across India, was held at Town Hall, Dimapur on July 12. The event marked the ceremonial distribution of appointment letters to successful candidates from various government departments, stated a DIPR report. 

The day began with the reporting and verification of appointees. Senior officials from participating departments, including the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Lumding (LMG), arrived to oversee the proceedings. 

Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, was the chief guest at the event held in Dimapur. The Union Minister addressed new appointees at the Rozgar Mela programme, congratulating them on receiving their appointment letters, particularly from the Prime Minister of India. 

“This is not just a job, it is a responsibility to serve the nation,” Rijiju said, urging the appointees to see their roles not as mere employment, but as an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to India’s progress. He emphasised that India can truly develop only when every citizen contributes collectively. “Each of us must think beyond personal achievement and focus on national service,” he said.

Highlighting regional concerns, Rijiju called for sustained peace in the north-eastern states, stressing that “only peace can bring lasting development to the region.” He added that the prosperity of the Northeast is integral to the nation’s overall growth. Rijiju also noted India’s rising status on the global stage, pointing to the country's growing economic strength. “India is becoming a global power, and this journey will only accelerate if we remain united in purpose and dedicated to our duties,” he concluded.

The ceremony included the traditional lighting of the lamp, followed by welcome addresses delivered by the DRM/LMG and the chief guest. The venue then transitioned to standby mode in preparation for the live telecast of the Prime Minister’s national address.

During the webcast, the Prime Minister launched the Rozgar Mela by remotely pressing a button to initiate the symbolic distribution of appointment letters. The launch was preceded by welcome remarks from Dr Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, and the screening of a short film highlighting the initiative. 

Following the webcast, Kiren Rijiju personally handed over more than 30 appointment letters to selected candidates.

Subsequently, the remaining appointment letters were distributed by senior officials from the participating departments. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the Senior District Personnel Officer (Sr. DPO) from Lumding.

The 16th Rozgar Mela was held at 47 locations across the country. The recruitments are taking place across Central Government Ministries and Departments. T
he new recruits, selected from across the country, will be joining the Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Posts, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Labour& Employment among other departments and ministries.