Tejashwi Yadav’s Bihar election manifesto included a pledge of one government job per family. “A government job within 20 days of coming to power,” the “Tejashwi Patra” manifesto states.
CNN-News18 found that even his political detractors find resonance in the problem.
Ramesh Patel is looking for work. He is getting ready for competitive tests after completing his Inter College +2. It’s the best school in my village. What’s the point, though? After finishing my studies, I’m having trouble finding a job,” he explains.
Following the Chhath celebrations, a group of young people are relaxing in Kalyan Bigha, the village of chief minister Nitish Kumar in the Nalanda district. Their political choice is the current chief minister, but they are greatly moved by Tejashwi’s pledge to do a good job.
“I drive a truck on the side because I have some land, but not enough. No jobs are available. I wouldn’t need to drive 12 to 15 hours to make ends meet if someone established a factory or other enterprise here,” Naval Kumar says.
Guddu adds, “Biharis put in a lot of effort. There is no “izzat” (dignity) when we travel to other states, work their farms, and repair their houses. “All we want is a job that treats us with respect,” says Guddu, who dropped out of school after class 12.
“No job security in the private sector” is the group’s collective response when asked why they all pursue government positions.
First, there aren’t many openings. We put a lot of effort into studying to meet the general quota, but right before the test, a paper leak occurs, and the test is postponed. “I’m getting old,” Vikas Kumar admits.
Young Bihari voters like Nitish Kumar because of his “vikas” (progress). They state that their vote will not be influenced by “jaati,” or caste. However, they find it difficult to ignore the Mahagathbandhan’s employment pitch and the allure of a potential government position.
