Suryaa National Desk: The Union Cabinet has decided to extend the service tenure of Agniveers recruited under the Agnipath scheme by two years. The Cabinet has officially approved this extension and established a pathway for eligible Agniveers to transition into regular, permanent service within the armed forces.
According to official sources, this decision aims to strengthen the combat capabilities of the armed forces while providing better career security for the youth serving the nation. The extension of the service period is intended to allow Agniveers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force to receive more extensive training and contribute to the defense system.
New guidelines have been formulated to regularize eligible Agniveers who demonstrate merit and meet the required criteria. This reform is intended to allow committed and skilled personnel to serve on a permanent basis. Government officials stated that these changes were made after considering feedback from youth regarding the Agnipath scheme, with the goal of enhancing the efficiency of the defense sector and creating a more technologically advanced military force.