There is no change in the recruitment process of the armed forces, regimental process in the Army remains unchanged and the all-India, all-class nature remains unchanged for recruitment of Agniveers under the new Agnipath scheme, said Lt Gen Anil Puri, Additional Secretary in the Department of Military Affairs on Tuesday while stressing that objective was based on one thing, youthfulness in the armed forces. Later in the day, the three Service Chiefs met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue.
“Agnipath Scheme balances three elements. Firstly, it will ensure youthful profile of the armed forces. Second, it will ensure technical savvy and adaptable people joining the Army. Thirdly, it will make the individual future-ready,” Lt. Gen. Puri said addressing a tri-service press conference on the issue. The average age profile is expected to drop
