Jayant Chaudhary sends Off 14 Indian workers to Mauritius, big boost to overseas employment opportunities for Indian youth
Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, Jayant Chaudhary flagged off a contingent of 14 Indian skilled workers departing for Mauritius under the Government-to-Government (G2G) Labour Mobility Framework established between the Republic of India and the Republic of Mauritius.
The departure follows the successful placement of first batch of Indian workers who have already travelled to Mauritius and commenced employment under the programme. With another 14 workers departing and 33 additional candidates currently undergoing work permit and documentation processes, the initiative is steadily creating structured overseas employment opportunities for Indian youth under a transparent government-supported framework.
India's skilled workforce is increasingly being recognised across the world
Addressing the departing candidates, Jayant Chaudhary said: "India's skilled workforce is increasingly being recognised across the world for its talent, professionalism and adaptability. The growing momentum of the India-Mauritius mobility partnership reflects the confidence that global employers place in Indian talent. These workers carry with them not only professional skills but also the aspirations of a young India that is ready to contribute to the global economy."
The India-Mauritius labour mobility partnership is being implemented under the Memorandum of Understanding on Employment of Workers signed between the Republic of India and the Republic of Mauritius in May 2023.
Pan-India reach of the programme
The departed candidates represent the pan-India reach of the programme, hailing from seven states across the country. The group includes six candidates from Uttar Pradesh, two each from Bihar and Himachal Pradesh, and one candidate each from Manipur, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab. The candidates bring experience across retail operations, logistics, customer service, hospitality and technical trades, reflecting the diversity and quality of India's skilled workforce.
Since its launch, the programme has witnessed initial demand from Super U Mauritius, one of the country’s leading retail chains, for skilled Indian workers across a range of roles, including Shelf Workers, Cashiers, Cooks, and Electricians.
selected candidates will be working across a range of function
The selected candidates will be working across a range of functions at Super U Mauritius, including retail operations, inventory management, customer service, food preparation, and electrical maintenance. They will be engaged under three-year employment contracts offering an annual compensation package of approximately Rs 4 lakh - Rs 4.5 lakh, along with company-supported accommodation, local transportation, overtime, work permits, medical coverage, and other statutory benefits.