Union Minister Criticizes Congress for Job Vacancy Crisis in Karnataka

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has taken aim at Congress-ruled Karnataka, accusing the state of failing to fill job vacancies because of financial difficulties. According to Joshi, these issues hinder the state government's ability to pay existing employees on time.

In response to Rahul Gandhi's criticisms of the BJP government's handling of employment, Joshi pointed out that Gandhi often makes statements based on advice rather than detailed investigation. Joshi claimed that post-COVID, employment rates have significantly increased, with EPFO numbers corroborating this assertion.

Joshi further highlighted the central government's effort through the ongoing Rozgar Mela initiative, stating that over the past two-and-a-half years, more than 7.5 lakh people have been recruited into various government departments. He urged Rahul Gandhi to focus on the economic issues within Congress-governed states.

(With inputs from agencies.)