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Punjab Tops Unemployment Rankings, Haryana and Himachal Follow, Report Says
✍️ ptcnews.tv
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 08:02 PM
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A recent report indicates that Punjab now has the highest unemployment rate among Indian states, with Haryana and Himachal Pradesh recording the next highest levels.
A new survey released by ptcnews.tv places Punjab at the top of the unemployment hierarchy in India. The data shows that the state's jobless population percentage surpasses that of all other states surveyed.
Following Punjab, the report lists Haryana and Himachal Pradesh as the next states with elevated unemployment figures. No specific percentages were disclosed in the brief, but the ranking underscores growing labour market challenges in these northern regions.
Analysts note that the high unemployment rates could reflect structural issues such as skill mismatches and limited industrial growth. Policymakers in the affected states are expected to examine the findings and consider targeted employment schemes.
The report does not provide comparative data for the rest of the country, focusing solely on the top three states. Stakeholders are awaiting a detailed release that may include numerical values and sector‑wise breakdowns.
The publication urges state governments to address the trend promptly to prevent further economic strain on the youth and working‑age population.
Following Punjab, the report lists Haryana and Himachal Pradesh as the next states with elevated unemployment figures. No specific percentages were disclosed in the brief, but the ranking underscores growing labour market challenges in these northern regions.
Analysts note that the high unemployment rates could reflect structural issues such as skill mismatches and limited industrial growth. Policymakers in the affected states are expected to examine the findings and consider targeted employment schemes.
The report does not provide comparative data for the rest of the country, focusing solely on the top three states. Stakeholders are awaiting a detailed release that may include numerical values and sector‑wise breakdowns.
The publication urges state governments to address the trend promptly to prevent further economic strain on the youth and working‑age population.