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First batch of Agniveers set to retire soon, may get to pick next service
The first batch of Agniveers are set to complete their four-year military service later this year and will likely be allowed to choose where they want to serve next, with the Union government considering giving them options across central armed police forces (CAPFs), state police forces, and Indian
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- Why it matters
- Young men completing Agniveer contracts face decisions on permanent employment; government is considering pathways into federal police forces, state police, or Railways rather than compulsory civilian exit.
- Most affected
- Agniveers completing their initial four-year term — Choice of next posting across police forces and railways instead of automatic discharge
- Watch next
- Whether the government formally announces the inter-service transition rules and which forces confirm recruitment numbers.