Not apt for govt to strike first, think later: Varun Gandhi on Agnipath

Citing the changes brought in the scheme soon after it was announced, Gandhi said it shows that its various dimensions were not considered when the policy was being framed.

Varun Gandhi
Varun Gandhi
Press Trust of India New Delhi
1 min read Last Updated : Jun 18 2022 | 7:10 PM IST

BJP MP Varun Gandhi on Saturday took a swipe at the Centre over the Agnipath scheme, saying it is not appropriate for a sensitive government to "strike first and think later" when it comes to the armed forces, security and youth's future.

Gandhi cited the changes brought in the scheme, a short term employment for youngsters in the armed forces as soldiers, soon after it was announced, saying it shows that its various dimensions were not considered when the policy was being framed, he said.

The scheme, especially its feature that 75 per cent of the recruits will serve only for four years and will not enjoy benefits like regular soldiers, has sparked protests in different parts of the country amid hectic efforts by the government to assuage the youth's concerns.

The upper age limit was raised to 23 years on Thursday, with some government departments announcing priority for Agniveers in jobs.

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Topics :Agnipath entry schemeVarun GandhiBJPcentral government

First Published: Jun 18 2022 | 7:10 PM IST

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