Srinagar, Feb. 12 -- Sameer Ahmad, 32, after completing his M.Sc in 2013, struggled for five years to get a job.
Facing social stigma coupled with depression, the resident of Baramulla borrowed money to invest in the tourism sector. But due to the uncertain situation he lost all the investment leaving him financially broke.
Left in the lurch, he registered himself with the district employment office hoping to find a government job. "I lost all my investment in tourism business. I registered with district employment office two years ago. But so far no opportunity has come my way," he said.
Ahmad is one among lakhs of unemployed youth who have registered themselves with different employment offices for jobs.
Official figures reveal that a...