Bhopal, March 30 -- The Madhya Pradesh government's decision to rebrand unemployed youth as 'Aakankshi Yuva' (aspirational youth) has sparked controversy, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition Congress. The term, recently introduced on the state's Rojgar Portal, categorizes over 29.37 lakh job seekers under this new label. Critics argue that this move trivializes the struggles of unemployed individuals instead of addressing the core issue of joblessness.
Defending the rebranding, Minister of State for Technical Education and Skill Development Gautam Tentwal stated that every youth, whether employed or unemployed, aspires for growth and better opportunities. "Those in government or private jobs aim for promotions, while those without ...