Centre busts myths over Agnipath scheme, says future of Agniveers stable | Key Points
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Centre busts myths over Agnipath scheme, says future of Agniveers stable | Key Points

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As violent protests rocked Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh over the Centre's Agnipath Army recruitment scheme, the government has clarified that the future of the Agniveers is stable as several aspirants voiced concern on the same. Follow live updates here Myth: Future of Agniveers insecure Facts: Those wishing to be entrepreneurs will get a financial package and a bank loan scheme Those wishing to study further will be given certificates equivalent to class 12 and a bridging course for further studies Those wishing to obtain jobs will be given priority in CAPFs and State Police Several avenues are also being opened up for them in other sectors. Read: Army job aspirants protest against Agnipath scheme in Bihar’s Buxar Myth: This will harm the effectiveness of the armed forces Facts: Such short-term enlistment systems exist in most countries and hence are already tested out and considered best practice for a youthful and agile army. Myth: No Consultation with former armed forces officers Facts: Extensive consultations with serving armed forces officers for the last two years.

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