Excelsior Correspondent
DEHRADUN, Sept 2: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today announced 10 percent horizontal reservation in Government jobs for demobilized Agniveers.
In this regard, the Department of Personnel and Vigilance officially issued the “Horizontal Reservation Rules–2025 for Direct Recruitment to Uniformed Posts in Group-C Services under the State of Uttarakhand.”
Under this regulation, demobilized Agniveers will now get 10 percent Horizontal Reservation in important uniformed posts such as Police Constable (Civil/PAC), Sub-Inspector, Platoon Commander PAC, Fireman, Fire Officer Grade-II, Jail Guard, Deputy Jailor, Forest Guard, Forester, Excise Constable, Enforcement Constable and Secretariat Security Guard.
Along with this, the path has also been cleared for their appointment in the Tiger Protection Force.
Speaking on the occasion, Dhami said, “As Uttarakhand is a state with a large military population, this decision by the Government is being seen as a “masterstroke.” Former Agniveers who have served the nation are the pride of our state. It is our responsibility to provide them respect and employment opportunities. This decision is a concrete step toward securing their future. Our Government is making every effort to provide employment opportunities for ex-servicemen and Agniveers.”
Along with giving reservation to Agniveers, the State Government has also taken important decisions for the families of martyrs and brave soldiers.
The ex-gratia amount for families of martyred soldiers has been increased from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 50 lakh. The amount for ParamVir Chakra awardees has been increased from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore. Additionally, one family member of a martyr will also be provided a Government job.
The military tradition of the state runs so deep that nearly every family has someone contributing to the defense of the motherland.
This heritage of bravery and patriotism continues to inspire future generations.
To preserve this tradition and safeguard the legacy of valor, the State Government has built the Sainya Dham in Dehradun as the fifth dham, which is now complete. This dham will not only serve as a center of military reverence for the state but will also keep alive the memory of martyrs forever.
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