Unemployed youths from Assam are increasingly shifting their focus away from domestic job markets in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, and instead seeking better opportunities in the Gulf countries.
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait emerging as the most popular destinations for these job-seekers.
nearly 1,900 youths from Northeast India sought employment in the Gulf countries between January 1 and July 30, 2024. Of these, over 1,350 were from Assam, highlighting a strong trend towards overseas employment by low-skilled youths.
Saudi Arabia remains the most popular choice, with 640 Assamese youths travelling there for work. Kuwait follows closely, with 528 individuals from Assam seeking jobs. Other Gulf nations attracting Assamese job-seekers include Qatar (68), the United Arab Emirates (61), Oman (36), and Bahrain (12).
Source The Assam Tribune
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