1000’s of Kashmiri youths turned out for an Military recruitment rally organized by the 161 Infantry Battalion Territorial Military within the Gantmulla space of Baramulla district in North Kashmir. Regardless of there being solely 306 vacancies, greater than 20,000 youths gathered on the recruitment floor. Many expressed their frustration, noting the restricted variety of vacancies.
Bilal Ahamed, an aspirant, mentioned, “We got here for the recruitment, however they’re telling us to return as a result of 2,000 youths are already inside, and it is unlikely their bodily exams can be accomplished by night. They’ve given us a brand new date of the 16th. It’s true that many youths are inside, but when the identical scenario occurs on the 16th, we ought to be given a date for the 17th. There’s a enormous rush, and unemployment is a significant drawback. These rallies present us with a chance, however the vacancies are too few. The final recruitment was in 2019, after a five-year hole. There ought to be extra vacancies to assist curb unemployment.”
Regardless of the chilly climate, youths travelled tens of kilometres to succeed in the meeting floor earlier than dawn, forming lengthy queues. Nearly all of them had been graduates, all keen to affix the Indian Military, not just for employment but in addition for the dignity that comes with serving the nation. For a lot of, it was the fulfilment of a long-held dream.
Syed Toufiq Gillani, an aspirant, mentioned, “It is laborious to place into phrases how completely happy I’m. That is the results of three years of laborious work. I joined NCC to remain match, and right now I certified for the operating check with wonderful marks. My father was within the military, and I grew up dreaming of becoming a member of. It is vital to be an excellent citizen, and serving the nation is a good factor. I’ll by no means let my nation down.”
Ajaz Ahmad, one other aspirant, mentioned, “I’m very completely happy. Becoming a member of the Indian Military means every part to me. I dream of serving my nation.”
Zubair Ahmed, additionally an aspirant, mentioned, “We’ve been ready for 5 years for a chance like this. We wish to serve the nation, and these rallies present some hope for employment. Might Allah grant success to all.”
Most of the youths are educated and aspire to affix the military, not solely to guard the nation but in addition to make sure the protection of its residents.
Shafat Ahmad, an aspirant, mentioned, “I’ve had a ardour for becoming a member of the Indian Military since childhood. I first tried for Agniveer however didn’t qualify. At present, I did. It takes laborious work, however with Allah’s assist, I’ll give my 100%. It’s an amazing factor that these rallies are taking place, as they supply employment for the youth.”
The youth of Kashmir expressed that these recruitment rallies are extraordinarily useful and that they hope the military will conduct extra such rallies within the valley to meet the aspirations of those that dream of donning the uniform.
Manzoor Ahmad, one other aspirant, mentioned, “I’ve had this ambition since childhood, and now I’m getting employment too. The administration of the rally was wonderful, and I favored it lots. It has been a really constructive expertise, and Inshallah, it can proceed to profit the youth sooner or later.”
All that is taking place amid rising terror assaults in Jammu and Kashmir, but it surely has not deterred the youth. Their need to affix the Indian Military and lead a lifetime of dignity displays a shift within the native Kashmiri youth mentality, with many now targeted on contributing to the nation and securing a greater future.
