Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday announced that the state government has filled 17,554 vacant government posts over the past seven years, affirming that each recruitment was carried out through a transparent and merit-based process.
The Chief Minister made the announcement during an interaction with the media, highlighting his government’s commitment to clean governance and employment generation. “We have ensured that every appointment, whether in education, health, administration, or other departments, followed a fair and transparent recruitment system,” Dr. Saha said.
He added that the state’s emphasis on merit-based recruitment has boosted public trust in the administration and eliminated allegations of corruption that plagued earlier regimes. “Our government replaced the opaque practices of the past with a robust system where only talent and eligibility determine selection,” he asserted.
Dr. Saha said his government used institutions like the Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) and Joint Recruitment Board of Tripura (JRBT) to conduct written examinations and interviews. These bodies followed clear guidelines, ensuring equal opportunities for all eligible youth.
According to the Chief Minister, the education department saw the highest number of appointments, followed by health, home, and rural development sectors. He noted that strengthening the human resource base across departments was vital for delivering better governance at the grassroots level.
The Chief Minister said that apart from regular posts, the government also filled positions under various centrally sponsored schemes. He emphasized that young professionals were appointed to serve under flagship initiatives like the National Health Mission (NHM), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), and the Rural Livelihood Mission.
Dr. Saha said, “We not only focused on filling vacant seats but also reviewed the manpower requirement of different departments. New positions were created where necessary to improve service delivery.”
The recruitment drive, he said, was part of the broader administrative reforms undertaken by the state government. These reforms included digitalization of services, decentralization of decision-making, and time-bound grievance redressal.
Reacting to concerns about unemployment, Dr. Saha said that while job creation remains a challenge across India, Tripura has made steady progress. “We are balancing government recruitment with initiatives that promote private sector growth and entrepreneurship,” he said.
Dr. Saha mentioned that thousands of young people have received skill development training under various state and central schemes. “The idea is to prepare our youth not only for government jobs but also for self-employment and private sector careers,” he added.
The Chief Minister also appealed to the youth to trust the system and prepare diligently. “We will continue to advertise vacancies and conduct examinations transparently. There is no room for manipulation or favouritism in our system,” he said.
Highlighting future plans, Dr. Saha said the government will focus on filling key posts in higher education, healthcare, and digital infrastructure. He emphasized the importance of competent personnel in enhancing the state’s progress across sectors.
The Chief Minister also appreciated the role of the State Recruitment Board in speeding up the recruitment process while maintaining integrity. “We faced criticism in the beginning, but the results speak for themselves today,” he said.
As Tripura moves forward, Dr. Saha said that transparency and accountability will remain the guiding principles of his administration. “We are not just filling posts; we are laying the foundation for an efficient and people-centric government,” he concluded.
With the next round of recruitment already underway and several departmental notifications expected soon, Tripura’s youth are watching with renewed hope. The government’s strong push for fairness in employment has not only filled posts but also revived confidence in the state’s future.
Tripura’s consistent hiring push has also had a ripple effect on the state’s economic and social landscape. With more government employees entering the workforce, local economies have experienced a boost, especially in semi-urban and rural areas where most of the new recruits are posted.
Women candidates have also benefited significantly from the recruitment drive. Officials noted an increase in female participation, particularly in education and healthcare roles. “The rise in women’s employment through government jobs has improved household incomes and encouraged greater female representation in public services,” said a senior officer in the General Administration Department.
To support these appointments, the government has also focused on capacity building. It has introduced orientation programs, refresher training, and digital literacy workshops for newly recruited staff across departments. The initiative ensures that the new hires quickly adapt to their roles and deliver services effectively.
Moreover, the digital recruitment process itself has drawn praise from civil society. Application portals, downloadable admit cards, online exam systems, and real-time result updates have made the process more accessible and transparent. Aspirants from remote areas no longer need to travel long distances to apply or check results.
Political analysts view this recruitment success as a key factor that may influence voter sentiment in the upcoming elections. Many see it as a visible commitment to promises made by the current administration regarding youth empowerment and governance reforms.
The state’s employee unions have also expressed satisfaction over the fair and timely recruitment process. Leaders from major associations have stated that the merit-based approach has brought respect back to public service, reducing the politicization of government hiring.
As the state plans to continue its recruitment drive in 2025–26, departments have been asked to submit updated vacancy reports. The finance department is working to ensure that budget allocations for salaries, training, and benefits match the pace of recruitment.
Tripura’s recruitment efforts have become a model that other northeastern states are looking to replicate. Transparency, decentralization, and digitization remain the three pillars that have transformed the state’s employment ecosystem in just a few years.