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Rahul Gandhi Slams Governments Over Youth Unemployment Crisis

2/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, passionately condemned both UPA and NDA governments for neglecting the pressing issue of youth unemployment. He pointed out that the "Make in India" initiative, despite its promising concept, has faltered, with manufacturing plummeting from 15.3% to 12.6% of GDP. Gandhi called for urgent, effective solutions to empower the youth.

History

Historical Context

Rahul Gandhi's criticism of both UPA and NDA governments highlights a persistent issue in India's economic policy. The "Make in India" initiative, launched in 2014 to boost manufacturing, has seen a decline in its GDP contribution. This mirrors past initiatives, like the 1980s "License Raj," which also aimed to stimulate growth but ultimately failed to deliver sustainable employment and economic stability.

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Story summary

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, passionately condemned both UPA and NDA governments for neglecting the pressing issue of youth unemployment. He pointed out that the "Make in India" initiative, despite its promising concept, has faltered, with manufacturing plummeting from 15.3% to 12.6% of GDP. Gandhi called for urgent, effective solutions to empower the youth.

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