Unemployment remains a significant concern in Bihar

• Unemployment is a critical political issue in Bihar, with 21.0% of voters citing it as a top concern in 2020.

• Official statistics show Bihar’s unemployment rates as 5.2% quarterly and 3% annually, seeming positive but misleading when analyzed further.

• Key employment indicators reveal a low Worker Population Ratio (WPR) of 46.2% compared to a national average of 52%.

• Bihar’s Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) is also low, indicating many are not seeking work, contributing to a deceptive unemployment rate.

• Comparisons with other low-income states show Bihar ranks lowest in employment indicators, and youth participation is particularly dire, with only 28% employed.

• The annual PLFS confirms low WPR (51.6%) and LFPR (53.2%) for those aged 15 and above, with women’s WPR at a troubling 30.1%.

• A mere 8.7% of workers are in regular jobs, while 23.8% are casual laborers, indicating poor job quality and lack of formal employment.

• The state’s governance under CM Nitish Kumar has seen little improvement in literacy (73.2%) and human capital formation, impacting job creation.

• Despite political efforts, there have been minimal tangible benefits for Bihar’s economy, exacerbating the employment crisis.

• Urgent measures are needed to enhance education and create formal jobs, or Bihar risks perpetuating its poverty and underdevelopment.

Bihar unemployment concern is important topic for Civil service exam (WBCS).

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