DIMAPUR, JUN 6 (NPN): Nagaland governor, Nand Kishore Yadav, Saturday called for a concerted effort by government agencies, educational institutions, industries and civil society organisations (CSOs) to address the state’s growing unemployment challenge, noting that more than 70,000 job seekers were currently registered in Nagaland.
According to a Lok Bhavan statement, the governor, who inaugurated the “Kohima Job Fair 2026” at Don Bosco College, Kohima, said creating sustainable employment opportunities and livelihood avenues for young people must remain a collective priority.
The governor highlighted that 70,469 unemployed job seekers were registered in the state as of February 2026 and underscored the need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to bridge the gap between education, skills and employment.
The governor lauded Don Bosco College, Kohima, and AIDA–Don Bosco Career Guidance and Job Placement Services, Dimapur, for organising the job fair in collaboration with National Career Service Centre for SC/ST, Kohima, National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled, Dimapur, and the Regional Employment Exchange, Kohima.
Expressing satisfaction over the participation of more than 25 companies and over 500 job seekers, Yadav said the turnout reflected both the aspirations of Nagaland’s youth and the willingness of employers to invest in local talent.
Governor Yadav also acknowledged the contribution of the Don Bosco Job Placement Network, the first NGO in India to be enrolled on the National Career Service Portal as a Placement Network under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.
Over the past seven years, he said the network has facilitated employment opportunities for more than 40,000 young people across the country through career guidance, skill development and placement services.
The governor said the involvement of employers and recruiters demonstrated confidence in the capabilities of Nagaland’s youth while contributing to the state’s economic development.
Encouraging job seekers to seize the opportunity, Yadav urged them to remain confident, embrace continuous learning and prepare themselves for emerging challenges. He said employment fosters dignity, self-reliance and hope, and called upon all stakeholders to continue working together to empower young people and enable them to contribute meaningfully to society.
The governor also congratulated the organisers, partners, employers and volunteers for the successful conduct of the event and wished the participants success in their future careers.
