Priyanka Gandhi Highlights Unemployment Among Educated Youth in Kerala
In a recent address, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi raised concerns about the high unemployment rates among educated youth in Kerala. She highlighted the struggles faced by many young individuals who, despite their qualifications, are forced to seek employment outside the state. With the Kerala Assembly elections approaching, her comments shed light on the pressing issue of job scarcity and the efforts of parents to educate their children. The political landscape is also evolving, with the LDF government having retained power in previous elections. This article delves into the implications of these challenges and the upcoming electoral dynamics.
| Apr 6, 2026, 16:29 IST
Concerns Over Youth Unemployment in Kerala
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi addressed the issue of unemployment among educated youth in Kerala on Monday, emphasizing that many young individuals are compelled to seek jobs outside the state despite their qualifications. Speaking to the public in Peravoor, she shared her experiences as the MP for Wayanad over the past year, stating that she has closely observed the struggles and challenges faced by the community. She acknowledged the significant efforts parents have made to educate their children.
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Priyanka Gandhi noted that the educated individuals she meets often struggle to find employment, and when they do, it is frequently outside Kerala. The voting for the Kerala Assembly elections is scheduled for April 9, with the counting of votes set for May 4. The current assembly's term will conclude on May 23. For the past decade, the CPI(M)-led LDF government has been in power. In the 2021 elections, the LDF retained power with 99 seats, becoming the first ruling government to win two consecutive terms since 1977. The UDF secured 41 seats, while the NDA, despite receiving 11.4% of the votes, did not win any seats.
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Following this victory, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan became the first chief minister of Kerala to be re-elected after completing a full five-year term. The Communist Party of India (Marxist) emerged as the largest party with 62 seats, while Congress won 21 and CPI secured 17 seats. The Indian Union Muslim League, a key ally of the UDF, obtained 15 seats. Given Satishan's central role in the UDF's campaign across the state, the results from Peravoor are being closely monitored, as they will indicate both the electoral prospects of the front and their leadership capabilities in Kerala's political landscape.