Indian National Congress Raises Concerns Over Agnipath Scheme Amid Nationwide Unrest

The Indian National Congress, represented by General Secretary Jairam Ramesh, has voiced concerns about the controversial military recruitment policy, the Agnipath scheme. The policy was implemented without extensive consultation, catching the military leadership off guard. This revelation was made in the memoir of former Army Chief General M M Naravane, "Four Stars of Destiny."

General Naravane's Unexpected Revelation

General Naravane's memoir reveals that he had initially proposed a "Tour of Duty" scheme to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. However, the Prime Minister's Office expanded the scheme to encompass all three services, drastically modifying its scope. The Congress party asserts that this lack of consultation has resulted in the policy being forcibly implemented, potentially causing adverse effects on those directly involved.

A Scheme in the Midst of Political Turmoil

The Agnipath scheme controversy emerges amidst other significant political developments. The mass suspension of Indian MPs, for instance, is a contentious issue that the Congress insists should not overshadow the importance of the debate surrounding the Agnipath scheme.

Voices of Opposition

Notably, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa are advocating for a resolution against the Agnipath scheme. They argue that the scheme would negatively impact Punjab's youth by drastically reducing their representation in the Army. Mann also criticizes the policy, stating that it would lead to young individuals returning from service without any benefits. Despite the criticism, the BJP chief defended the scheme, while Mann pledged his support for the youth protesting for the rollback of the policy.

Unrest Across the Nation

The controversial scheme has sparked protests nationwide, even causing the postponement of a class 12th board examination in Jharkhand due to a Bharat Bandh. Muslim students were asked to remove their hijab before appearing for the exam, leading to further unrest. The All India Minority Social Welfare Front intervened, registering a protest against the issue. The ripple effects of the Agnipath scheme controversy are far-reaching, affecting various aspects of Indian society.

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