Sounds impressive? Here’s what’s not being said: The promise was 2 lakh jobs in *one term*; and they’ve taken 11.5 years to reach that number. 42,500 in 18 months is notable; but if you’re a young job seeker, you’re probably still waiting. The real story? It’s not whether jobs are being created; it’s whether the pace matches the urgency of youth unemployment. Plus, 210 sent to Dubai, 390 to Israel; interesting pivot to overseas work. But are those jobs sustainable, dignified, and part of a long-term plan? The government says ‘transparent, merit-based’; but how does that feel to those still stuck in exam halls? This isn’t just about numbers. It’s about hope versus reality; and whether the system can actually keep up.