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आज के इस सोशल वर्ल्ड में हर कोई चाहता है कि उसकी बात सुनी जाए और उसे महत्व दिया जाए। लेकिन क्या आपने कभी सोचा है कि कुछ लोगों के कमरे में घुसते ही माहौल बदल क्यों जाता है? असल में Respect मांगी नहीं जाती, यह अपनी Social Value बढ़ाकर ‘Command’ की जाती है। आपके … Read more

The Extended Army Group Insurance (EI) Scheme is a welfare initiative managed by the Army Group Insurance Fund (AGIF) to provide financial support to the Next of Kin (NOK) of retired Army personnel (veterans) after their demise. This article provides a step-by-step guideline, eligibility explanation, and complete document checklist for smooth claim processing. 🔹 1. … Read more

Dedicated service to nation by Ex-servicemen Ex-servicemen form a crucial pillar of national security, having dedicated years—often decades—of their lives to safeguarding the country. However, several long-standing concerns related to pensions, welfare, recognition, and institutional support continue to affect this community. Addressing these issues is essential not only for justice and fairness but also for … Read more

Priority for Wards of Armed Forces Personnel. In a significant move to safeguard the interests of defence families, the Ministry of Defence, through its Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, has issued a clarification regarding the inter-se priority and reservation policy for admission under the Defence quota in educational institutions. Background of the Policy The reservation policy … Read more

In a significant employment opportunity for ex-servicemen (ESM), the Indian Railways, under the Howrah Division of Eastern Railway, has announced vacancies for the post of Pointsman across multiple stations categorized under ‘A’ Class City. This initiative, facilitated through the Army Welfare Placement Organisation (AWPO), Kolkata, aims to provide meaningful post-retirement employment to former defence personnel. … Read more

भारत में सैनिकों और पूर्व सैनिकों के सम्मान और कल्याण के लिए अनेक व्यवस्थाएँ की गई हैं। इन्हीं व्यवस्थाओं में एक महत्वपूर्ण व्यवस्था है कैंटीन स्टोर्स डिपार्टमेंट (CSD), जिसके माध्यम से सैनिकों और पूर्व सैनिकों को आवश्यक वस्तुएँ रियायती दरों पर उपलब्ध कराई जाती हैं। यह व्यवस्था केवल सुविधा नहीं, बल्कि राष्ट्र के प्रति सैनिकों … Read more

Indian Veterans have been provided some Self-employment opportunities. In general, Ex-Servicemen (ESM) are provided various schemes of the Government of India and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). These schemes are mainly coordinated through the Directorate General Resettlement under the Ministry of Defence, Govt of India. Thorugh these schemes retired Armed Forces personnel may start businesses and … Read more

For many Ex-Servicemen (ESM), the journey of service does not end with retirement from the armed forces. The discipline, alertness, and dedication developed during military life often make them highly suitable for responsible civilian roles. One such opportunity has now come up in Kolkata Metro, where security guard positions are available through a reputed private … Read more

In an era where global politics, trade routes, and security dynamics are changing faster than ever before, the message coming from India’s defence leadership is becoming increasingly clear — self-reliance is not a choice anymore; it is a strategic necessity. Speaking at the maritime dialogue “Sagar Sankalp – Reclaiming India’s Maritime Glory” held in Kolkata, … Read more

भारत विविधताओं का देश है—भाषा, संस्कृति, परंपरा और आस्था की अनगिनत रंगों से सजा हुआ। होली का पर्व इन रंगों को एक सूत्र में पिरो देता है। यह केवल रंगों का त्योहार नहीं, बल्कि प्रेम, भाईचारे और सांस्कृतिक एकता का जीवंत प्रतीक है। देश के अलग-अलग राज्यों में होली अलग अंदाज़ में मनाई जाती है, … Read more