The Government of Karnataka on Thursday announced that it will move to fill around 60,000 vacant government posts, a decision that comes after sustained protests by job aspirants and employee unions across the state. The announcement was positioned as a major administrative step aimed at strengthening public service delivery and addressing long-pending recruitment gaps.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the recruitment drive would span multiple departments, including education, health, revenue and police services. He acknowledged that prolonged vacancies had put pressure on existing staff and affected the efficiency of governance. The government, he added, had taken note of the concerns raised by unemployed youth and had expedited the process to ensure timely appointments.

Over the past several months, job aspirants had staged demonstrations in Bengaluru and other districts, demanding transparency in examinations and quicker release of recruitment notifications. Protesters argued that delays in filling sanctioned posts had exacerbated unemployment and hindered essential services. The agitation gained traction on social media and drew support from various civil society groups.

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Officials indicated that recruitment notifications would be issued in phases, with priority given to departments facing critical shortages. The state government also assured that examinations and selection procedures would be conducted in a transparent manner, following established reservation norms and service rules. Authorities said digital systems would be leveraged to streamline applications and reduce procedural delays.

The move is being viewed as both an administrative and political response to public pressure, particularly amid rising concerns about employment opportunities for youth. Analysts note that timely execution of the recruitment plan will be crucial in restoring confidence among aspirants. For now, the announcement marks a significant development following months of protests that highlighted the demand for expanded government employment in Karnataka.

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