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Despite the ongoing unrest over the Centre's recently announced Agnipath military recruitment scheme, Mahindra Group Chairperson Anand Mahindra announced on Monday that youngsters trained under the scheme will be hired by the conglomerate. Here's more.
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Officials claim that the Agnipath scheme will allow for much-needed young recruitment in the defense forces. Notably, the Indian Army and other defense forces' recruitment processes were suspended two years ago, leaving aspirants in a difficult situation. #AgnipathScheme

"Saddened by the violence around the.. program. When the scheme was mooted last year, I stated..the discipline & skills Agniveers gain will make them eminently employable. The Mahindra Group welcomes the opportunity to recruit such trained capable young people," Mahindra tweeted.

Many people congratulated and complimented the industrialist over the announcement, and one user inquired as to what position the Mahindra Group would assign to Agniveers. "Large potential for employment of Agniveers in the corporate sector," Mahindra responded.

The Agnipath military recruitment scheme for armed services is aimed at reducing the wage and pension costs, per officials. Under this program, defense troops will be freed after four years. Only 25% of them may be recalled for a complete term.

Following the scheme's formal launch last week, there were violent protests across several states, including Delhi, UP, Bihar, Haryana, Telangana, Odisha, West Bengal, MP, Punjab, Jharkhand, and Assam. Trains and vehicles were set on fire, despite guarantees from the authorities.

Crucial amendments made to the Agnipath scheme amid protests since its inception include the extension of the upper age limit; skill recognition from UGC; priority in giving bank loans; a 10% quota in CAPFs and Assam Rifles; the announcement of an open-schooling certificate.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defence on Sunday stated that the Agnipath scheme would not be rolled back, saying that such changes had been long overdue since the armed services sought to bring in more youth and experience.