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The Punjab government has taken a big step regarding the rehabilitation of fire fighters who served in the army under the Agneepath scheme. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the state government has decided to prepare a policy to provide reservation to firefighters in government jobs. For this, a high-level committee of senior officers has been formed, which will prepare the outline for recruitment and reservation in various departments.

In principle approval received in high level meeting

During an important meeting held in Chandigarh, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann gave in-principle approval to this proposal. He directed the officers that the policy should be finalized within the stipulated time frame so that the trained youth returning from the army can get employment opportunities on time. The government believes that disciplined and trained Agniveer can play an important role in the development of the state.

The Chief Minister said that the fire fighters have made important contribution in the service of the country and now it is the responsibility of the state government to make their future secure. He also clarified that the policy will not be limited to employment only, but will also be made keeping in mind the social and economic rehabilitation of the youth.

You may get a chance in these departments

The committee constituted by the government will work on the possibilities of appointment of Agniveer in various government departments. According to the Chief Minister, the services of firefighters can be effectively utilized in departments like Punjab Police, Forest Department, Jail Department, Fire Services, Home Guard and PESCO.

The state government believes that the youth who receive training in the army have discipline, leadership ability and the ability to work in difficult situations, the benefits of which can be found in administrative and security services. For this reason, consideration is being given to giving priority to their experience in the recruitment process.

Committee of four senior officers formed

To finalize this policy, the government met senior officials Vikas Pratap, Bhavana Garg, Sumer Singh Gurjar and S.S. Srivastava’s committee has been formed. This committee will submit its recommendations to the government on reservation percentage, recruitment criteria and department-wise opportunities.

‘Punjab has always been the sword of the country’

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that Punjab has made a historical contribution in the defense of the country. He said that Punjab has not only been the country’s food provider but also the “kharg arm of the country”. The spirit of patriotism, bravery and sacrifice has always been there among the youth of the state.