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Odisha CM Gives Jobs to 1,543 Youths, Vows Zero Tolerance for Corruption

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi distributed appointment letters to 1,543 candidates across 11 departments, marking the 14th edition of the state's job fair. He emphasized that a government job brings the responsibility of serving the people and sternly warned new recruits against corruption, citing recent vigilance raids. The CM outlined a development vision for a 'Prosperous Odisha' by 2036, aligning with the national goal of a 'Developed India' by 2047. The government aims to fill 1.5 lakh vacancies in five years, having already facilitated nearly 40,000 appointments in the last 18 months.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Distributes Jobs, Stresses Anti-Corruption

  • 1,543 jobs distributed in 14th 'Nijukti Mela'
  • 39,459 appointments in 18 months
  • Zero-tolerance warning on corruption
  • Target of 1.5 lakh vacancies in 5 years
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Odisha CM hands over jobs to 1,543 youths, reiterates zero tolerance for corruption

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi handed jobs to 1,543 youths, reiterated zero tolerance for corruption, and outlined a roadmap to fill 1.5 lakh vacancies in five years.

"You are not just doing government work, you are working for the people of this state. - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Dec 30

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday distributed appointment letters to 1,543 candidates across 11 government departments during the 14th edition of the 'Nijukti Mela'.

Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister said that while a government job ensures financial security for families, it also brings greater responsibility towards serving the people of Odisha.

Emphasisng the government's commitment to employment generation, CM Majhi said the state has organised 14 job fairs in the last 18 months, facilitating 39,459 appointments so far. Tuesday's event was the fifth-largest in the series.

"Today, you and your families are happy because you have secured your future. But with this job comes a new responsibility. You are not just doing government work, you are working for the people of this state," the Chief Minister said while addressing the new recruits.

CM Majhi also asked the new appointees to stay away from corrupt practices highlighting the state government's zero tolerance towards corruption.

Referring to the recovery of huge amounts of disproportionate assets during vigilance raids at the residences of government officials in the state, he advised the newly appointed employees to avoid humiliation by not getting involved in corrupt practices that could lead to exposure in electronic and print media.

The Chief Minister also outlined the state's development roadmap, reiterating that Odisha is progressing towards 'Samrudha Odisha' (Prosperous Odisha) by 2036, coinciding with the state's centenary year. He added that the vision aligns with the national target of achieving 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by 2047 under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

Providing recruitment targets, Majhi said the government aims to fill 1,50,000 vacancies in five years, including 65,000 posts by June 2026. Nearly 40,000 positions have already been filled in the last one year and a half, he added. Wishing the appointees success, the Chief Minister urged them to discharge their duties with sincerity and contribute to Odisha's growth story.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good step, but the real test is transparency in the selection process itself. We often hear about scams in recruitment. Hope these 1,543 appointments were purely merit-based. The CM's warning against corruption should start from the recruitment stage.
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Aman W
Samrudha Odisha by 2036 aligning with Viksit Bharat by 2047 is a powerful vision. Creating jobs is the first solid brick in that foundation. Wishing all the new appointees the very best. Serve the people with honesty!
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Sarah B
The scale is impressive - 14 job fairs and nearly 40,000 appointments in 18 months. This is the kind of governance that actually impacts lives. The focus on responsibility alongside the job offer is a good message.
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Karthik V
Talking about zero tolerance is easy. We need to see more high-profile actions and convictions. The mention of vigilance raids is a start. Hope the new recruits take the warning seriously. A government job is a privilege, not a license to loot.
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Nisha Z
As a parent, I know the relief and joy in those 1,543 homes today. A government job means stability. The target of 1.5 lakh vacancies in 5 years is ambitious. Hope they can keep up the pace and include more opportunities in the private sector too.

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