👧👦 Talk Boosters – Topic 44: 🎙️ Topic: “Why do so many youths depend on jobs outside Kerala?"

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🗣️ Talk Boosters – Topic: “Why do so many youths depend on jobs outside Kerala?”

🧑‍🏫 Instructions for Students:
Speak for 3–5 minutes sharing your thoughts, reasons, and possible solutions. Be confident, use logical points, and try to balance both positive and negative sides before giving your final opinion. Use examples from real life such as migration to Gulf countries, IT jobs in Bengaluru, or challenges in Kerala’s employment sector.

💬 Try using phrases like:
👉 One of the main reasons is..., This is mainly because..., A clear example can be seen in..., On the other hand..., It is necessary to..., That’s why I believe..., In the long run, Kerala will benefit if...

🎯 Focus on using:
✅ Employment vocabulary (migration, job opportunities, salary, unemployment, brain drain, skilled workers, infrastructure, career growth, investment, entrepreneurship)
✅ Logical connectors (therefore, however, in contrast, as a result, meanwhile)
✅ Persuasive and reflective language (urgent, necessary, valuable, competitive, sustainable, meaningful, opportunity, challenge, future-oriented)

🗣️ Sample Speech Starter:
Hello everyone,

Today, I’d like to share my views on an important question — Why do so many youths depend on jobs outside Kerala?

Kerala is well known for its literacy, culture, and human development indicators. Yet, when it comes to employment, the state has always faced challenges. Every year, thousands of young men and women migrate to the Gulf, Bengaluru, Chennai, and even abroad in search of better opportunities. This has become a pattern in Kerala society, and it is worth discussing why.

Firstly, the most obvious reason is unemployment and underemployment. Even though Kerala has one of the highest literacy rates in India, the job market here is not large enough to absorb the educated youth. Many graduates remain jobless or are forced to take jobs that are below their qualifications. For example, engineering graduates often end up working in unrelated fields for very low salaries. This creates frustration and pushes them to look outside the state.

Secondly, low wages in Kerala compared to other states and countries make migration attractive. A nurse in Kerala may earn only a fraction of what she can earn in the Gulf or Europe. Skilled workers such as electricians, drivers, and technicians also find better pay abroad. Naturally, young people choose the option where their hard work is valued more.

Thirdly, lack of industries and investment is a major factor. Kerala’s economy depends heavily on service and remittances from expatriates, but the state has not been able to create large-scale industries like Tamil Nadu or Karnataka. As a result, IT professionals move to Bengaluru or Hyderabad, while others look abroad. Infrastructure problems, strict regulations, and high cost of land have discouraged investors, which in turn reduces local opportunities.

Another factor is career growth and exposure. Many youths believe that working outside Kerala provides them with better chances to learn new skills, experience diverse cultures, and climb the career ladder faster. They also gain independence and global exposure, which they may not get in a small-town Kerala setting.

On the other hand, there are positive sides to migration. The money sent back by expatriates has played a huge role in Kerala’s economy. Remittances have improved living standards, built houses, funded education, and supported healthcare. However, this also creates an unhealthy dependence on outside income. When Gulf economies face crises, Kerala feels the impact immediately.

From my perspective, the solution lies in creating more local opportunities. The government should promote entrepreneurship, support start-ups, and attract industries by improving infrastructure. Vocational training and skill development programs must match the demands of global markets. Tourism, agriculture, IT, and healthcare can become strong employment sectors if properly managed. At the same time, youths should also develop a mindset for innovation rather than only searching for safe government jobs.

In conclusion, youths depend on jobs outside Kerala mainly because of unemployment, low wages, and limited career opportunities at home. While migration has brought financial benefits, it has also led to a brain drain. I believe that by encouraging industries, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, Kerala can create meaningful opportunities within the state itself. If that happens, future generations may no longer feel the need to leave their homeland for survival.

Thank you.

❓ Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ Why is unemployment a serious issue in Kerala?
2️⃣ How does low salary influence migration?
3️⃣ Why do many nurses from Kerala go abroad?
4️⃣ What are the disadvantages of depending on Gulf remittances?
5️⃣ How does migration affect Kerala’s families and society?
6️⃣ What are the main industries lacking in Kerala?
7️⃣ Do you think Kerala’s youth are overqualified for the jobs available here?
8️⃣ How can entrepreneurship help reduce unemployment?
9️⃣ Why do many IT graduates move to Bengaluru instead of staying in Kerala?
🔟 How does brain drain affect Kerala’s future?
1️⃣1️⃣ Do remittances make Kerala’s economy strong or weak?
1️⃣2️⃣ What role should the government play in solving youth unemployment?
1️⃣3️⃣ How can vocational training help Kerala’s job market?
1️⃣4️⃣ Should Kerala youths focus more on self-employment?
1️⃣5️⃣ What are the risks of working in foreign countries?
1️⃣6️⃣ How does migration change the lifestyle of Kerala’s families?
1️⃣7️⃣ Can tourism provide sustainable jobs for Kerala’s youth?
1️⃣8️⃣ Do you think Kerala will always depend on jobs outside?
1️⃣9️⃣ How can private companies contribute to solving this problem?
2️⃣0️⃣ In your opinion, what is the single best solution to stop mass migration of youths from Kerala?

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