Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to phase out long-term contractual hiring amid unemployment concerns

The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to discontinue long-term contractual hiring practices, emphasizing that unemployment remains a critical concern for the state.

The court's directive comes as part of ongoing efforts to address the state's jobless situation. The ruling focuses on reducing the state's reliance on contractual staff for extended periods, suggesting that permanent positions should be prioritized to combat rising unemployment.

The bench indicated that sustained contractual hiring undermines employment opportunities for permanent roles and exacerbates the state's unemployment challenge.