Lucknow | The Uttar Pradesh government has reaffirmed its commitment to youth employment with the announcement of Rozgar Mahakumbh 2025, set to take place from August 26–28, 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Lucknow.
On Monday, Labour and Employment Minister Anil Rajbhar flagged off the Rozgar Rath from the Vidhan Sabha premises, marking the formal launch of the employment campaign. The Rath will travel across districts to raise awareness and encourage maximum youth participation.
“The government’s intention is to ensure that every young person has employment in their hands. Rozgar Mahakumbh 2025 is a step towards connecting youth with opportunities at both national and international levels,” Rajbhar said. He further announced that the mega event aims to provide jobs to 50,000 youth.
Employment Opportunities at Global Scale
Highlighting recent achievements, Rajbhar mentioned that the Labour Department has successfully sent 5,978 construction workers to Israel, a move praised both nationally and internationally. Current opportunities include openings for nurses and caregivers in Germany, Japan, and Israel, offering salaries of up to ₹1.5 lakh per month, as well as multiple vacancies across Gulf countries.
To streamline recruitment, the department has developed the Rozgar Sangam Portal, a digital platform enabling job-seekers, recruiters, and employers to register and connect efficiently.
Rozgar Mahakumbh 2025: Key Highlights
According to Dr. M.K. Shanmuga Sundaram, Principal Secretary, Labour & Employment, the Rozgar Mahakumbh is a “historic initiative to make Uttar Pradesh a hub of employment and skill excellence.” The event will bring together global employers, industry leaders, policymakers, and job-seekers on one platform.
- Over 1,00,000 youth expected to register
- 50,000+ job opportunities, including 15,000+ international placements in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Germany, and more
- 35,000+ domestic jobs in IT, manufacturing, services, and emerging sectors
- 100+ recruitment partners, including 20 international recruiters
- 10,000+ offer letters to be issued on-site, including 2,000+ foreign placements
AI Training Pavilion & Skill Exhibitions
A special AI Training Pavilion will be the key attraction, focusing on digital skills and AI-driven job readiness with the help of industry experts. Additionally, the Employment & Skill Exhibition will showcase government initiatives, future skill trends, and startup innovations.
A National Conference, organized in collaboration with The Economic Times, will feature policymakers, corporate leaders, and global experts discussing the future of jobs and skill strategies. The Mukhyamantri Yuva Stall will provide information on self-employment schemes, while Sector Skill Councils will highlight targeted training opportunities.
Leadership and Presence
The event launch was attended by Dr. M.K. Shanmuga Sundaram (Principal Secretary, Labour & Employment), Special Secretary Nilesh Kumar, Director Employment Neha Prakash, Secretary BOCW Pooja Yadav, and Additional Director Employment P.K. Pundir, along with other departmental officials. With Rozgar Mahakumbh 2025, Uttar Pradesh aims to not only create thousands of employment opportunities but also position itself as a hub for global placements, skill excellence, and youth empowerment.
