Trains were torched, public and police vehicles attacked and personnel injured during ‘Agneepath’ protests in several states on Thursday. As the violence escalated, the government raised the upper age limit for recruitment under the scheme from 21 to 23 years for the year 2022, without reference to the upheaval.
But the government also issued a clarification, stating that the new model will not only bring new capabilities to the armed forces but also open avenues for youth in the private sector and help them become entrepreneurs with the help of a serious package. entitled to retirement. News18 looked at some of the ‘myths’ versus ‘facts’ released by the government’s information wing amid the developments:
The ‘Agnivars’ who have retired from active duty and want to start their own business will be given financial assistance in the form of a package. They can also ask for bank loans.
Those who wish to continue their education will be given a certificate stating that they have passed the Class 12 examination (it is not clear whether such certificates will also be issued to those who did not actually pass the examination) Is). They can also take bridging courses to help them with their future studies.
According to chief ministers of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand (both BJP-ruled states), those who get employment after serving as ‘agniveers’ will be given priority in the CAPFs and state police forces.
The government has said that opportunities for youth to serve in the armed forces will increase. As compared to the current armed forces recruitment, the ‘Agnivar’ recruitment is expected to triple in the coming years.
It has been dismissed as an insult to the ethos and values of the Indian Armed Forces. According to the government, the youth who wear the uniform for four years will remain committed to the country for the rest of their lives.
“Even now, thousands of people with skill and knowledge retire from the armed forces, but there have been no reports of them joining anti-national forces,” government officials said.
The government said extensive consultations have been held with serving officers of the armed forces in the last two years. According to the report, the plan was developed by the Department of Military Officers, which are employees of military offices. This government established the department, and many former officials recognized and welcomed the benefits of the scheme.
According to the government, such short-term recruitment schemes exist in most countries and are a tried-and-tested exercise for a young and agile army. According to sources, “The number of ‘Agnivars’ to be recruited in the first year will be only 3% of the armed forces.”
In addition, the performance of ‘Agnivar’ will be evaluated before re-admittance to the Army after four years. This is done to ensure that the military only hires the most qualified people for supervisory positions.
The government has said that most of the forces are dependent on the youth. “There will never be more youth than experienced people. The existing scheme will have only 50-50 youth and experienced supervisory ranks.
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