8.23 Lakh Government Posts Vacant: RTI Shows Massive Workforce Gaps
· India · NDTV, The Hindu
A recent Right to Information (RTI) inquiry has uncovered a staggering 8.23 lakh (823,000) vacancies across various government departments and public sector undertakings (PSUs) in India. The data highlights a significant workforce gap in critical sectors, including defense, healthcare, and transportation. State-level numbers show Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal among the worst-affected, with each state reporting shortages exceeding 50,000 positions. The report names key PSUs like Railways, Defence, and Public Health Services amid the crisis, citing severe understaffing in commissions and ministries.
Why it matters
These vacant positions directly impact service delivery, operational efficiency, and economic growth, straining existing employees and projects across public services.
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