Chandigarh Administration Announces 10% Job Quota for Agniveers, Hikes Compensation for Armed Forces Families
In a move aimed at honouring military service and supporting defence personnel, the Chandigarh administration has decided to offer a 10% reservation in government jobs for Agniveers in all direct recruitment to Group B and Group C posts. This policy comes following a recommendation from the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB), Chandigarh, and is designed to ensure better post-service employment opportunities for Agniveers, recognising their contribution to national security.
The announcement was made during a recent meeting of the ZSB, chaired by Deputy Commissioner-cum-President of the Board, Nishant Kumar Yadav. Attendees included senior defence officials and veterans such as Brig BS Dhillon (retd), Lt Col Sanjeev Sharma, Lt Col RK Singh (retd), Col HS Ghuman (retd), and social worker Shri KK Sharda.
Key welfare initiatives were proposed during the meeting, most notably a recommendation to double the ex gratia compensation for families of martyred personnel, from ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore. Additionally, the board proposed a new scheme offering ₹1 lakh in one-time financial assistance to the next of kin of soldiers who die in non-combat situations while in service.
The ZSB also discussed the urgent renovation of the Sainik Rest House in Sector 21, with the deputy commissioner directing officials to coordinate with the chief engineer and expedite the tender process to begin renovation as per the approved plan.
These initiatives mark a strong step forward in recognising the sacrifices of defence personnel and improving the welfare of their families in the Union Territory.
