These days the 'Rozgar Mela' events have become special for me. For the last several months, I can see that every week some or the other Rozgar Melas are being organized in BJP ruled states; thousands of youngsters are being given appointment letters for jobs. I am fortunate that I am getting the privilege of being a witness to this. These talented youngsters are bringing fresh ideas in the government system and helping in enhancing the efficiency.

Friends,

Today's Rozgar Mela organized in Uttar Pradesh has a special significance. This job fair has not only brought happiness to 9000 families, but is also strengthening the sense of security in UP. With the new recruitments, the Uttar Pradesh Police Force will be more empowered and become better. My heartiest congratulations to the youth who have received appointment letters today for new beginnings and new responsibilities. I have been told that since 2017, more than 1.5 lakh new appointments have been made in the UP Police, in one department alone. That is, there has been an increase in both employment and security under the BJP rule.

Friends,

There was a time when UP was known for mafias and the law and order problem was rampant. Today UP is recognized for a better law and order situation. It is counted among the states that are moving towards development. The BJP government has strengthened the sense of security among the people. We all know that wherever law and order is strong, there are possibilities of greater employment opportunities. Investment starts rising wherever there is a safe environment for business. Now you see, there are countless pilgrim centres and tourist spots for the citizens of India. Uttar Pradesh has everything for anyone and everyone following different traditions. When law and order is strong, such news reaches every corner of the country resulting in the increase in the number of tourists in Uttar Pradesh. These days we are also seeing that the way the double engine government of BJP is prioritizing development in UP, different types of employment opportunities are increasing in every sector. Construction of modern expressways, construction of new airports, dedicated freight corridor, the new defence corridor, new mobile manufacturing units, modern waterways, modern infrastructure of UP is generating several new job opportunities in every nook and corner of the state.

Friends,

Today, UP has the maximum number of expressways. Here the highways are being expanded continuously. Just a short while back, a family had come to meet me. They also had a daughter with them. I asked them ' are you from Uttar Pradesh?' They said “No, we are from Express Pradesh”. See, this has become the identity of Uttar Pradesh. New roads are also being built to connect the highways with every city. These development projects are not only creating employment opportunities, but are also paving the way for other projects to come to UP. The way the UP government has promoted the tourism industry and provided new facilities, there has been a drastic rise in the number of jobs. A few days back I was reading that people visit Goa during Christmas. Goa remains fully booked. This time, as per the new statistics, Kashi had more bookings than Goa. I felt elated as the MP of Kashi. A few days back, at the Global Investors' Summit, I saw the enthusiasm of the investors. This investment was worth thousands of crores of rupees. Both government and non-government employment opportunities are going to increase here.

Friends,

The combined power of security and employment has given a fresh impetus to the economy of UP. The Mudra Yojana, which provides loans up to Rs 10 lakh without guarantee, has given new wings to the dreams of lakhs of youngsters in UP. 'One District One Product' has created new employment opportunities in every district. This has facilitated the youth to take their skills to the major markets. There are lakhs of registered MSMEs in UP, which is the largest hub of small scale industries in India. Uttar Pradesh is playing the role of a leader in creating a startup ecosystem for new entrepreneurs.

Friends,

Those who have got the appointment letters today should always keep one thing in mind. New responsibilities, new challenges and new opportunities are coming into your lives. Everyday a new opportunity is waiting for you. Despite this, I want to tell you something personally as a Member of Parliament from Uttar Pradesh, and also because of my public life experience of several years that even though you have got the appointment letters today, never let the student within you die. Keep learning new things every moment, develop your abilities and build your capacity. Now the facility of online education is available. So much can be learned! This is very important for your progress. Never put your life on hold. Life should be dynamic. May you touch new heights! You need to increase your knowledge and skills for the same. You have been recruited into this service, consider this as your beginning. You also have to pay attention to the development of your personality and progress and keep increasing your knowledge. And since you have received your appointment letters, you are about to be dressed up in a police uniform. The government has given you a baton in hand. But don't forget that the government has come later. First God has given you a heart. That's why you have to understand the heart more than the baton. You have to be sensitive and make the system sensitive as well. During the training of the youngsters who have received the appointment letters today, care will also be taken to sensitize them as much as possible. The UP government is working to rapidly improve the training of the police force by making myriad changes. To promote smart policing in UP, youth will also be given training in cybercrime, forensic science and state-of-the-art technology.

Friends,

Today, all the youngsters who have got appointment letters have the responsibility of providing direction to the society along with the safety of the ordinary citizens. Hopefully you become a reflection of both service and power to the people. With your loyalty and strong resolve, create an environment where criminals are in fear and the law abiding people are the most fearless. Once again best wishes to all of you! My best wishes to your family members! Thank you very much.

DISCLAIMER: This is the approximate translation of PM’s speech. Original speech was delivered in Hindi.

***

DS/LP/IG/AK