Jobless and angry: India's youth unemployment crisis

Jobless and angry: India's youth unemployment crisis

Nov 4, 2026, 11:13 IST

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Indian graduates often need six to eight months’ additional training before employment.

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NITI Aayog reported 33% of Indians aged 15–29 were NEET.

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India’s youth unemployment rate remains 12% under PLFS estimates.

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Congress-linked youth gathered at Prayagraj’s KP Ground over jobs and exam leaks.

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Poor-quality education leaves many Indian young people unemployable.


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