Rahul Gandhi Slams Govt: 'Doors of Opportunity Closing for Youth'

Government Policies Hindering Youth Prospects, Alleges Gandhi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has once again expressed grave concern over the future of the country's youth, targeting the central government. He alleged that under the current government's policies and system, opportunities for employment, quality education, and progress for the youth are continuously shrinking, effectively closing doors to development for them.

Gandhi strongly criticized the government on these issues. According to him, the number of government jobs in the country has declined, while the private sector is also failing to generate adequate employment opportunities. He emphasized that millions of educated youths invest precious time and resources in preparing for competitive examinations, but their futures remain uncertain due to delays in recruitment processes and unfulfilled vacancies.

The Congress leader stated that the rate of job creation is not in line with the aspirations of the youth and the country's needs.

Exam Irregularities and Youth Disillusionment

Rahul Gandhi specifically highlighted the recurring issue of paper leaks and other irregularities in competitive examinations. He noted that when exam papers are leaked or examinations have to be canceled, the deepest and most disheartening impact is on the millions of hardworking youths who prepared for the exams with utmost dedication and honesty.

Such acts not only shatter the confidence of the youth but also shake their faith in the country's system and government institutions. Gandhi also voiced concerns about the increasing burden and accessibility of education. He pointed out that higher education is becoming increasingly expensive, posing a significant challenge for students from ordinary and middle-class families to access quality education.

Due to rising fees, cut-throat competition, and financial pressures, many meritorious students are deprived of fulfilling their dreams. Gandhi argued that equal opportunities should be ensured for all in the fields of education and employment, so that talent is not left behind due to economic barriers.

Allegations of Suppressing Student Movements

The Congress leader also referred to the alleged crackdown by the government on movements and protests initiated by students and youth to resolve their issues. He stated that in many instances, when young people voice their concerns democratically regarding their legitimate demands and problems, attempts are made to forcefully suppress their protests.

The Congress alleges that instead of listening to the concerns and demands of students, the government is ignoring or suppressing their voices. The party believes that providing the country's youth with a secure, transparent, and reliable examination system, completing recruitment processes in a timely manner, ensuring accessible and quality education, and providing adequate employment opportunities should be among the government's top priorities.

The Congress has strongly urged the government to swiftly address these pressing issues concerning the youth, bring more transparency to recruitment processes, and take concrete steps to effectively curb serious incidents like paper leaks.

Government's Stance and National Dialogue

Meanwhile, the central government has stated that it is continuously striving to make recruitment processes more transparent, fair, and secure. The government claims that significant steps are being taken at various levels to strengthen examination systems and enhance employment and skill development opportunities.

According to the government, stringent laws have been enacted, and advanced technological measures have also been implemented with the objective of curbing activities like paper leaks and examination irregularities. Issues such as employment, education, and the examination system have once again come to the forefront of national discourse.

The exchange of accusations between the government and the main opposition party continues on these important subjects, underscoring the need to resolve these critical issues related to the future of the youth.