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News18•29-09-2026, 18:45
400+ Youth Secure Jobs at Shahganj's 'Rojgar Mela 2026'
  • •Over 400 youths gained employment opportunities at the 'Rojgar Mela 2026' held in Pilkichha village, Shahganj, Jaunpur district.
  • •The job fair, organized at City International School, connected rural youth directly with reputed companies like MRF, Hindalco, Ashok Leyland, Subros, and Schneider Electric.
  • •Former IRS officer Sanjeev Yadav initiated the event, aiming to bring job opportunities closer to rural youth and foster local development.
  • •Selected candidates received offer letters, highlighting the fair's success in providing immediate employment.
  • •Future plans include expanding such initiatives to other rural and semi-urban areas to empower more youth with local job access.

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Representatives from companies such as MRF, Hindalco, Ashok Leyland, Subros, and Schneider Electric participated in the job fair.

The employment fair was initiated by Sanjeev Yadav, a former IRS officer and a native of the region who took voluntary retirement to start social and employment initiatives.

More than 400 youths received employment opportunities during the event held at City International School in Pilkichha.