Cabinet clears ‘AGNIPATH’ Scheme for recruitment of youth in the Armed Forces👋
AIM of Scheme :- Armed Forces to have a younger, fitter, diverse profile for facing future challenges
UNDER :- Ministry of Defence
- "Agniveers"(The youth selected under this scheme will be known as Agniveers) to be enrolled under respective Service Acts for four years
- One time ‘Seva Nidhi’(Rs 11.71 Lakh as SevaNidhi Package) package to be paid to Agniveers upon completion of engagement period of four years
- The ‘Seva Nidhi’ will be exempt from Income Tax.
- 46,000 Agniveers to be recruited this year(2022)
- The nation stands to immensely benefit by infusion of highly inspired youth with deeper understanding of self-discipline, diligence and focus who would be adequately skilled and will be able to contribute in other sectors.
- The dividends of a short military service to the nation, society and the youth of the nation are immense.
- This includes inculcation of patriotism, team work, enhancement of physical fitness, ingrained loyalty for the country and availability of trained personnel to boost national security in times of external threats, internal threats and natural disasters.
- Enrollment will be based on ‘All India All Class’ basis and the eligible age will be in range from 17.5 to 23 years.
The scheme will lead to much more youthful and technically adept war fighting force by ensuring a fine balance between youthful and experienced personnel in the Armed Forces.
Advantage
A transformative reform of recruitment policy of the Armed Forces.
- A unique opportunity to the youth to serve the country and contribute to Nation Building.
- Armed Forces profile to be youthful and dynamic.
- Attractive financial package for the Agniveers.
- Opportunity for Agniveers to train in the best institutions and enhance their skills & qualifications.
- Availability of well-disciplined and skilled youth with military ethos in civil society.
- Adequate re-employment opportunities for those returning to society and who could emerge as role models for the youth
