By Ali Nawaz Rahimoo
Those youth of the country who are unemployed are getting frustrated and falling a prey to drug. Unemployment negatively impacts the disposable income of families, diminishes employee self-confidence, erodes purchasing power and lessens an economy’s output. There are three major causes of unemployment, economic causes, social causes and financial causes. The use of advanced technology, mechanization of agriculture, low industrial growth rate and reduction in foreign employment all comes under economic causes and need great attention. The second are social causes which include: high population rate, widespread illiteracy, lack of technical education, nepotism and favoritism, re-employment, political instability, rural-urban migration and Afghan refugees. Pakistan has been facing high unemployment rates for many years. In 2021, the unemployment rate in Pakistan was at approximately 4.35 percent, a slight increase from 4.3 percent the previous year. but it is likely to have increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The main causes of unemployment in Pakistan include a lack of job opportunities, a mismatch between education and job requirements, an inadequate industrial base, and an inefficient labor market. The third set are financial causes which include: deficiency of capital and lack of credit facilities. All these causes need to be addressed on time. Those factors which give heat to the unemployment are poor governance, political instability and corruption. First attention should be given to the factors of unemployment, because if the base or root is not strong then there is no use of putting efforts to get fruits. For better fruit strong roots are required. Therefore, we need to focus on our factors to make a better and more fruitful society. The law is not considered a supreme or respectable aspect of our society. Due to lack of obeying law, everyone considers himself superior and does whatever he wants. The violation of law makes the system weak, due to which people keep away from investing or creating industries in the country. Unemployment can be converted into employment by taking certain steps. The government needs to act sensibly and do proper planning. Education systems need to be improved and well managed and should be equal for everyone. The government needs to establish well recognized technical and training institutions, where the skills programmes are offered. To encourage the youth, motivational programmes should be done, such as programmes against drug addiction and homeless individuals. Also, there should be support programmes for mental issues. The concept of discrimination should be ended from society to create a better atmosphere. The fiscal and monetary measures should be taken in a financial crisis situation. It is the job of the government to give many facilities and benefits to the investors so that they invest more in our country. an environment should be created by the government which makes the industrialist set up more and more industries. There are numerous such people of very creative mindset but who are facing high interest rates on personal loans in Pakistan. The government needs to start a scheme to encourage and promote them. The businessmen should be encouraged to start their own business or continue with their family businesses. Unemployment is a significant issue for any economy. It creates adverse impacts on the unemployed as they are jobless and suffer from worse chances to find a new job, and those who are employed feel less secure about keeping their jobs in future. It is the job of the government to strictly monitor the implementation of laws. The people of the country should help the government to fight against unemployment. Therefore, every citizen should follow the rules and regulations in their true spirit and should maintain discipline.
To make our country successful, along with the government, every individual should do their part of the job. To tackle unemployment in Pakistan, the government can consider the following measures:
1. Promote entrepreneurship: The government should encourage entrepreneurship by providing financial incentives and access to credit. This can create more job opportunities and help reduce unemployment.
2. Education and training: The education system needs to be reformed to provide practical skills that are in demand in the job market. The government should also provide vocational training and apprenticeships to help people acquire the necessary skills for employment.
3. Investment in infrastructure: The government should invest in infrastructure projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
4. Foreign investment: The government can attract foreign investment by offering incentives to foreign companies to invest in Pakistan. This can create job opportunities and boost economic growth.
5. Agriculture and manufacturing: The government should focus on promoting agriculture and manufacturing sectors, which have the potential to create more jobs.
6. Public works programs: The government can create public works programs that provide temporary employment opportunities for unemployed people.
7. Labor market reforms: The labor market should be reformed to make it more efficient and flexible. This can include reforming labor laws, promoting labor mobility, and improving the functioning of labor markets.Unemployment in Pakistan requires a comprehensive approach that involves investment in education, infrastructure, and job creation. By implementing these measures, Pakistan can reduce its unemployment rate and boost economic growth.
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