Agnipath scheme national security threat, says Congress

Jairam Ramesh's attack came over a report which claimed that the Department of Military Affairs is taking stock of the feedback on Agniveers.

BySouth First Desk

Published May 29, 2024 | 10:00 AMUpdatedMay 29, 2024 | 10:00 AM

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said Agnipath scheme is a “national security threat” and it has shrunk the stream of recruitment which can compromise India’s security. (Wikimedia Commons)

The Congress on Tuesday, 28 May, claimed the Agnipath scheme is a “national security threat” and it has shrunk the stream of recruitment which can compromise India’s security for the next decade. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh’s attack on the government came over a media report which claimed that the Department of Military Affairs is analysing the effects of their induction.

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