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Uttarakhand sets up first Agniveer Employment Cell
The Uttarakhand cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Tuesday decided to establish India's first 'Agniveer Employment Cell'. The cell will help Agniveers returning after their military service access government…
The Uttarakhand cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Tuesday decided to establish India's first 'Agniveer Employment Cell'. The cell will help Agniveers returning after their military service access government schemes and find jobs.
The Chief Minister's Office confirmed the decision was taken during a cabinet meeting. The move aims to support ex-Agniveers in transitioning to civilian employment. Further details on the cell's structure and functions are expected to be announced later.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Uttarakhand is the first state to create a dedicated cell for Agniveers, though several states have announced reservation in government jobs for them. The central government's Agnipath scheme, launched in 2022, recruits soldiers for four years, after which most are discharged without pension. Critics have argued the scheme fails to provide long-term career stability. The effectiveness of this cell will depend on how many private sector employers it can bring on board and whether it offers skill training beyond standard government job portals. The state government is expected to release the operational framework in the coming weeks.
Source: indiatvnews.com
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