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Jobs & Career
Manipur CM Yumna Khemchand Singh launches recruitment drive for jobs in Japan
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 01:16 AM
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Manipur Chief Minister Yumna Khemchand Singh announced a recruitment drive aimed at securing employment opportunities for the state's youth in Japan, as reported by The Economic Times.
Manipur Chief Minister Yumna Khemchand Singh has unveiled a recruitment initiative designed to link the state's job‑seekers with potential employers in Japan. The drive, announced during a press briefing, seeks to promote overseas employment as a viable career option for Manipur's youth.
The Economic Times reported that the CM highlighted the growing demand for skilled labor in Japan and emphasized the benefits of cross‑border employment, including higher wages and exposure to advanced work environments. The recruitment effort will involve coordination with Japanese firms and relevant government agencies to facilitate visa processing and skill matching.
While specific details about the number of positions or participating companies were not disclosed, officials indicated that the program will focus on sectors where Japanese demand aligns with the skill sets available in Manipur. The initiative reflects the state government's broader strategy to curb unemployment by exploring international job markets.
The recruitment drive is expected to commence in the coming weeks, with outreach programs planned across Manipur's districts to inform prospective candidates about eligibility criteria and application procedures.
The Economic Times reported that the CM highlighted the growing demand for skilled labor in Japan and emphasized the benefits of cross‑border employment, including higher wages and exposure to advanced work environments. The recruitment effort will involve coordination with Japanese firms and relevant government agencies to facilitate visa processing and skill matching.
While specific details about the number of positions or participating companies were not disclosed, officials indicated that the program will focus on sectors where Japanese demand aligns with the skill sets available in Manipur. The initiative reflects the state government's broader strategy to curb unemployment by exploring international job markets.
The recruitment drive is expected to commence in the coming weeks, with outreach programs planned across Manipur's districts to inform prospective candidates about eligibility criteria and application procedures.