Local youths can usher in an economic revolution: MLA Padma Hazarika

STAFF REPORTER

GUWAHATI: An economic revolution is the need of the hour in Assam. And for this to happen, the dignity of labour among the local youths has to be inculcated. The society also must pay due respect to the people involved in various types of manual work. Lack of such a mindset has stopped many among the up-and-coming generation to opt for such employment avenues, said Sootea MLA Padma Hazarika while speaking to The Sentinel on Monday.

Referring to many youths of the State being employed in various sectors outside Assam Hazarika added, "Many Assamese youths are working as security guards in different establishments, and also as waiters in hotels across Noida, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and other metropolises. However, the worrying factor is that the youths do not like to do such work in their State. They feel ashamed to be involved in such activities here. This mentality must be tackled on a priority basis."

Hazarika further said, "There are ample opportunities for self sustenance in the Agriculture sector especially in the 'sar-chapori' (riverine) areas. Unless the Assamese youths utilize these lands on a priority basis, people of doubtful citizenship will occupy these fertile tracts in Assam."

Mentionably, legislator Hazarika has enthused local youths to go for various agricultural activities on 1,900 bigha of land across his Sootea constituency. Besides, he has made it possible for 2,000 women weavers to bring out the 'gamosa' from their looms to meet the growing demand for this traditional colourful Assamese cloth piece. Moreover, 400 other local youths have been given self-employment avenues through 20 SHGs (Self Help Groups).

Hazarika also rued "the fact that many local Assamese youths do not take to masonry or similar other activities which are in high demand these days".

Stressing the need for a change in this aspect, MLA Hazarika said, "To strengthen our economy, there has to be a proper work culture among the Assamese youths. They should explore the various avenues latent in the economy."

Mentionable a few days back, we had a conversation with Ramen Saikia, a youth from Morigaon. He works as s security guard in a Chennai firm. On asked as to why he did not opt for such an opportunity in Assam, he stated, "I will not be at home here. My friends will make fun seeing me doing such a work in my own home State."

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