National Politics: Congress Demands Immediate Scrapping Of Agnipath Scheme And Permanent Postings

The Congress party has demanded the immediate scrapping of the <b>Agnipath scheme</b>, claiming it has severely weakened national security and left the armed forces facing a shortage of over two lakh soldiers. The short-service recruitment model for India's armed forces was introduced by the central government to induct youth for a four-year tenure, sparking widespread debates regarding career stability and long-term military preparedness ever since its launch. According to defense and political analysts, the ongoing debate over military recruitment models highlights critical challenges in balancing modernization goals with force retention, as opposition parties continue to push for permanent service structures in upcoming parliamentary discussions.