Salesians organized a job fair in Guwahati, northeastern India, on September 16, bringing together 170 job seekers and 12 recruiting organizations to provide young people with employment opportunities, career guidance and direct access to potential employers.
The fair was held at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Panbazar and was organized by Bosco Reach Out (BRO) in collaboration with the Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN), India; the National Career Service (NCS); ANMA Integrated Development Association (AIDA); Don Bosco Technical Institute, Maligaon; parish youth; and the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Guwahati, the largest city in the northeastern state of Assam, is an important commercial and educational center and a gateway to India’s northeastern region.
The program opened with a ceremonial lamp-lighting and prayer service led by Fr. Thomas Lakra SDB, parish priest of St. Joseph’s Parish, Panbazar.
Fr. Ignatius Gari SDB, executive director of Bosco Reach Out, welcomed the participants and guests. Among those present were Fr. Gabriel Karunaraj SDB, national director of the Don Bosco Job Placement Network, India; Arvind K. Ramteke, assistant director of NCSC-DA, Guwahati; and Nilutpala Deka, a young professional with NCSC-DA.
The guests encouraged participants to engage directly with recruiters and make informed use of the employment opportunities available at the fair.
Fr. Sebastian Kuricheal SDB, provincial of the Salesian Province of Guwahati, expressed appreciation for the strong participation of young people seeking jobs and career opportunities.
Representatives of the 12 recruiting organizations introduced their companies, explained available positions and eligibility requirements, and outlined potential career paths. Participants were then able to interact directly with recruiters and take part in interviews.
The participating organizations included SBI Life Insurance, The Employment Providers, Reliance Jio, New Checks Pvt. Ltd., Summer Sands Beach Resort, Maxx Fashion, Mynt Careers Pvt. Ltd., Flywayy Guwahati, Iprocess–ICICI, Yuva Shakti, FMC Global and QuessCorp Guwahati.
Organizers said the initiative sought to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers while expanding access to employment opportunities for young people.
The fair also provided participants with practical exposure to recruitment processes and opportunities to learn about different employment sectors. Organizers highlighted the importance of employability, career guidance and direct engagement with potential employers in helping young people enter the workforce and pursue sustainable livelihoods.
The event brought together Salesian organizations, government employment services, civil-society groups, technical institutions and private-sector recruiters, creating a common platform where young people could access employment information and opportunities.
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