Haryana Exempts Ex-Agniveers from Group-C Exams in Major Jobs Push

The Haryana cabinet, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on [date] approved amendments to the Agniveer policy, exempting ex-Agniveers from all examinations prescribed for direct recruitment to Group-C posts. The decision, announced by CM Saini, aims to provide gainful employment to former Agniveers in the state government.

The Agniveer scheme, launched by the central government in 2022, recruits youth for short-term military service. After four years, only a fraction are retained, leaving many to seek civilian jobs. Haryana's move addresses this by waiving competitive exams for Group-C posts, which typically include clerical and administrative roles. CM Saini stated, "Under the approved amendments, Ex-Agniveers will be exempted from all types of examinations prescribed for direct recruitment to Group-C posts covered under the policy." This follows similar initiatives in other states to support veterans.

The amendment is expected to benefit thousands of ex-Agniveers in Haryana, easing their transition to civilian employment. It may also set a precedent for other states to adopt similar measures. However, implementation details, such as the number of posts and eligibility criteria, remain to be clarified. The move underscores the ongoing debate over the Agniveer scheme's long-term impact on veterans' livelihoods and could influence national policy discussions.