'Great opportunity for youth': Agniveers applaud MP govt decision to provide reservations

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 27 : Agniveers training to serve in the Indian Armed Forces under the Agnipath Scheme praised the resolution of the Madhya Pradesh government to provide reservations in the recruitment of police and armed forces and said that it would provide a great opportunity to the youth.

Speaking to ANI, an Agniveer said, "I am really happy about this because I feel this is a good opportunity. If an Agniveer is 22 and comes back after 7 years of service, they have the chance of getting a job or even starting a business after the service."
"Earlier, the jawans recruited in the army would serve 45-60 years of age and wouldn't even have the time to look after their families. Now they can look after their families after 7 years of service. I feel this is a great decision on the part of the state government," he said.

Another youngster training as an Agniveer and for the MP police said, "Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's announcement yesterday provides a great opportunity for the youth. The CM has given a solution to all those youngsters who had doubts about their career choices after 4 years of service in the agniveer scheme."
"Apart from this, we have also been given a 10 per cent reservation in the armed forces. In MP, UP, Chhattisgarh, and Haryana, police have given reservations for Agniveers. And the Rs 10 lakh after the service will help the youngsters start a business later as well. I am satisfied with the decision," he said.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on Friday that Agniveer Jawans will receive reservations in the recruitment of police and armed forces in the state.
This announcement coincided with the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
CM Yadav stated that the state government is aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolution and is committed to moving forward alongside him.
"Today, on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Madhya Pradesh government has decided, in accordance with the wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, that Agniveer jawans will be given reservation in the recruitment of various types of police and armed forces in the state," CM Yadav said.
"Agniveer Yojana is a scheme to modernise the army, recruit qualified soldiers, and rejuvenate the army on a global scale. I am fully supporting the resolution taken by PM Modi on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, and the state government will walk alongside him," the Chief Minister added.
He also extended greetings to everyone on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
Earlier, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav paid tribute to the heroes of the Kargil war amid rain at Shaurya Smarak in the state capital.
"We are proud of our army, which protected our country; their sacrifice and courage have created a new history. Amid various challenges from the enemies, our soldiers not only hoisted the tricolour on high ground but also created a history of victory. With such an unmatched contribution, sacrifice, and courage, a new history of India's victory was created," CM Yadav said.
"It has been 25 years since that glory, and many of our soldiers have sacrificed their lives in the battle. I pay tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country. The country stands with the soldiers. Whenever challenges arise, our Army is capable and will emerge victorious in all difficult situations," he added.
Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed annually on July 26, commemorates the success of Operation Vijay in 1999.
During this conflict, Indian forces successfully reclaimed strategic positions in the Kargil sector of Jammu and Kashmir that had been infiltrated by Pakistani soldiers and terrorists.