More than a lack of jobs, the issue is a lack of data on jobs, says PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday dismissed claims of lack of jobs in the country, saying the opposition has been painting a picture of "their choice" on the job front because there is not sufficient data available on employment.

"More than a lack of jobs, the issue is a lack of data on jobs. Our opponents will naturally exploit this opportunity to paint a picture of their choice and blame us. I don't blame our opponents for blaming us on the issue of jobs, after all no one has an accurate data on jobs," Modi said in an interview with "Swarajya" magazine.

Responding to a question on job employment, he said there is lack of consistency in the political debate around job creation.