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Chhattisgarh Approves 10% Reservation for Former Agniveers
✍️ Pioneer Daily
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 11:36 PM
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The Chhattisgarh government has cleared rules granting a 10% quota for former Agniveers in state‑run opportunities, aiming to facilitate their reintegration into civilian life.
The state cabinet of Chhattisgarh has formally approved a set of rules that allocate a ten‑percent reservation for former Agniveers, the ex‑servicemen who completed their tenure under the Agnipath scheme. The decision, announced through an official circular, outlines the eligibility criteria and the sectors where the quota will be applicable, primarily focusing on government jobs and related training programmes.
According to the cleared guidelines, eligible former Agniveers will be considered for the reserved positions alongside other categories of reservation, ensuring they receive a proportionate share of vacancies. The move is intended to address concerns raised by veterans' groups about post‑service employment and to honour the government's commitment to support those who have served in the armed forces.
State officials indicated that the implementation will commence after the necessary administrative processes are completed, and that the quota will be monitored to ensure compliance with existing reservation policies. The announcement has been welcomed by former Agniveers and their families, who view it as a concrete step toward securing stable livelihoods.
The policy aligns with broader national efforts to provide career pathways for ex‑servicemen, reflecting the government's focus on integrating defence personnel into the civilian workforce.
According to the cleared guidelines, eligible former Agniveers will be considered for the reserved positions alongside other categories of reservation, ensuring they receive a proportionate share of vacancies. The move is intended to address concerns raised by veterans' groups about post‑service employment and to honour the government's commitment to support those who have served in the armed forces.
State officials indicated that the implementation will commence after the necessary administrative processes are completed, and that the quota will be monitored to ensure compliance with existing reservation policies. The announcement has been welcomed by former Agniveers and their families, who view it as a concrete step toward securing stable livelihoods.
The policy aligns with broader national efforts to provide career pathways for ex‑servicemen, reflecting the government's focus on integrating defence personnel into the civilian workforce.