National Security: Congress demands immediate scrapping of the Agnipath recruitment scheme

The <b>Congress</b> party has officially demanded the withdrawal of the <b>Agnipath scheme</b>, alleging that the short-term recruitment model compromises national security. Party leaders argued that the policy disrupts military training and leaves young recruits without long-term job security or benefits. Introduced by the central government, the scheme replaced traditional long-term military recruitment with a four-year service tenure. Critics have consistently voiced concerns regarding the impact on unit cohesion, professional training standards, and the future career prospects of those who complete their service. Defense analysts suggest that the debate highlights a significant divide over military modernization versus traditional cadre management. The government maintains that the scheme is essential for a younger, tech-savvy force.