New Delhi: In view of the increasing opposition to the Agneepath scheme, the central government has taken a big decision. The government has increased the maximum age of youth to be recruited under this scheme from 21 to 23 years. This information was given by the Ministry of Defense. With this decision of the government, there will be a big success in ending the ongoing protests.
In a tweet, the ministry said, “Government provides one-time relaxation in upper age limit from 21 years to 23 years for Agneepath scheme. This decision has been taken as there is no recruitment in the last two years.”
The exemption will be available only in the first year
Since the announcement of the Agneepath scheme, there were strong protests and violence in many states of the country. During this, the protesters caused a lot of damage to government property. The angry youth said that due to Corona, army recruitment has not come for the last two years, due to which we could not join the army. At the same time, keeping the maximum age of 21 years in the scheme, how will the one whose age has passed out, how will he be able to join it. In view of this, the government has decided to increase the maximum age of recruitment from 21 to 23. However, this increasing age will be applicable only for the recruitment taking place in the first year.
Agneepath scheme: Violent protests in Bihar
Violence and protests erupted in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Jharkhand over the Agneepath scheme. However, Bihar was the worst affected. Where protesters targeted trains and looted. In Munger, miscreants set a parked train on fire. In which three bogies were burnt to ashes. At the same time, the ticket counter at Ara railway station was attacked and robbed. Along with this, the food shops on the platform were vandalized and looted.
Earlier today, the Center debunked “myths” related to the Agneepath Recruitment Scheme and replied with “facts” to avoid the spread of any misinformation. With opposition parties questioning the new recruitment scheme for the armed forces, the government said that extensive deliberations were held for its formulation and listed the benefits of the new recruitment scheme for the armed forces and youth.
Everyone’s future will be secure
The government said that it is being spread that the future of Agniveers will be insecure but the fact is that those aspiring to become entrepreneurs will get the financial packages and bank loan schemes. Those who wish to study further will be given a certificate equivalent to a Class 12 certificate and a bridging course for further studies, while those who wish to get a job in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and State Police will be given priority will be given. , Many avenues are being opened for them in other areas as well.
