Half of Rajasthan's young workers toil in agriculture for meagre Rs 7,110 monthly

Nearly half of Rajasthan's young workers remain engaged in agricultural sectors, earning approximately ₹7,110 monthly, raising concerns about job quality despite apparent employment growth in the state.

The data underscores a widening gap between job creation numbers and actual wage levels. Young workers in farming and related fields face persistent income challenges, highlighting the limited availability of better-paying opportunities in the state's labour market.

The situation points to a structural employment challenge in Rajasthan, where despite job growth, a significant portion of youth remain trapped in low-wage agricultural work, unable to access higher-paying sectors.