Unemployment is not just an economic challenge, but a social one with far-reaching consequences. In this context, discuss the social impact of unemployment in the country.

The recent monthly employment data has shown an increase in unemployment rate from 5.14 in April to 5.67 in May 2025.

Unemployment though majorly seen as economic challenge has far more impact on people.

Social impact of unemployment in the country:

1. Rise of poverty and inequality in the country. → Wealth distribution will not be rational.

2. Rise of mental health issues due to fatigue, frustration. → During COVID-19 due to lockdown and loss of employment.

3. Crime rates and unemployment have a direct correlation according to NCRB reports.

4. Youth become vulnerable to revolutionary ideologer like extremism, terrorism etc. → Religious indoctrination using social media.

5. Loss of trust in government and its institutions. → Loss of social capital.

6. Increased outmigration in search of opportunities. → Might lead to exploitation → Harbourite choosing illegal routes → Dusk route.

Skill India Mission - to upskill youth and make them employable.

Government policies:

NEP 2020 - Industry-academia linkage, vocational education.

NRLM, scholarship schemes.

Unemployed not only hinders economic growth but also has an effect on social program.

— Yarasi Tusharika · AIR 393