SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Sunday accused the ruling National Conference of legitimising outsourcing and backdoor appointments, asserting that government jobs should be filled through a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.
Describing outsourcing as a major issue affecting employment opportunities in Jammu and Kashmir, Sharma said the practice of engaging manpower through private agencies instead of regular recruitment channels reduces opportunities for educated youth seeking government jobs through competitive examinations.
He clarified that the Bharatiya Janata Party is not opposed to employment generation but strongly objects to the increasing reliance on outsourcing arrangements by government departments.
“There should be a proper recruitment mechanism where educated youth get jobs on the basis of their ability and talent,” Sharma said.
The BJP leader alleged that the National Conference government has sought to make the outsourcing system and backdoor appointments appear legitimate, adding that deserving candidates should be selected through a fair, transparent and merit-based process.
He maintained that vacancies in government departments should be filled through recognised recruitment agencies and competitive examinations to ensure equal opportunities for aspirants across Jammu and Kashmir.
Calling it an issue directly affecting thousands of unemployed youth, Sharma said his party would continue to raise the matter at all available forums and advocate for what he described as a transparent and equitable recruitment framework.
