Two young Indian Army recruits, known as Agniveers, were tragically killed when a shell from an Indian field gun exploded during a firing practice session at the Artillery Centre in Nashik, Maharashtra. The incident, which occurred on Thursday afternoon, has prompted a police investigation into the cause of the deadly explosion.
A 24-year-old Agniveer, Saurabh Pal, tragically died after a fire extinguisher exploded during a mock drill in Rajasthan. The incident occurred in the Golpura Army Area on October 4th, leaving the young soldier with critical injuries. The explosion was reportedly caused by the forceful throwing of the fire extinguisher cylinder.
The Indian Navy is conducting the Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET) for Agniveer Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) and Matric Recruit (MR) posts. The online exams, taking place in multiple shifts across India, started today. Candidates can find their admit cards and essential exam day guidelines on the Indian Navy’s official website.
Rahul Gandhi has accused the Indian government of failing to provide adequate compensation to the family of Agniveer Ajay Kumar, who died while serving in the Indian Army. Gandhi claims the family has only received insurance payments and not the government assistance they deserve. The government has countered, stating that the family has already received a significant amount of money and further benefits will be paid soon.
The family of Agniveer Ajay Kumar, who died in the line of duty, has demanded the scrapping of the Agniveer scheme, escalating the political battle between the government and the opposition Congress. While the government claims to have paid the promised compensation, the family denies receiving the full amount and insists on a pension and canteen card. The Congress, led by Rahul Gandhi, continues to criticize the scheme, accusing the Defence Minister of lying about the compensation package.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, launched a scathing attack on the Agniveer scheme and the BJP-led government, accusing them of attacking the idea of India. He alleged that the Agniveer scheme treats soldiers as ‘use and throw laborers’ and criticized the BJP for their handling of the scheme. The defense minister, Rajnath Singh, countered Gandhi’s claims, defending the scheme and highlighting the financial assistance provided to the families of Agniveers who sacrifice their lives.
The Indian Navy has initiated the registration process for Agniveer SSR, MR 2024. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website till May 27, 2024. Applicants should be born between November 1, 2003, and April 30, 2007. They must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics & Physics, a three-year diploma in Engineering, or a two-year vocational course with specific subjects, all with at least 50% marks. Only unmarried Indian male and female candidates are eligible.
