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"Big step": BJP MP Jagdambika Pal praises UP govt for announcing 20% reservation to ex-Agniveers in state police force
New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Tuesday praised the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to give 20 per cent reservation to ex-Agniveers in direct recruitment to several posts in the state police force. Speaking to ANI, Pal termed it as 'a big step' in the direction of what Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said when the Agniveer scheme was implemented. 'When the Agniveer scheme was implemented, even at that time the Prime Minister had said that this is a scheme through which we will prepare people for the Army but after the armed forces, if they want to work in their states, they will be given priority and today the Uttar Pradesh government has taken a big step in that direction. Agniveers will get 20 per cent reservation in UP Police,' Jagdambika Pal said. This announcement was made by Uttar Pradesh Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna, who said that today it was decided to give 20 per cent horizontal reservation to Ex-Agniveers. Addressing a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Khanna stated, '... the Government of India had introduced a very ambitious scheme, Agneepath, under which the age limit for employing Agniveers and to strengthen them in every way was kept between 17.5 to 21.5 years for 4 years, and after that they were sent off after giving incentives... Today, it has been decided to give 20% horizontal reservation to is a big decision in itself. A provision for 3 years relaxation has also been made for them...' Praising the decision, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said that 'Agniveers', determined to serve Mother India, are the invaluable treasure of the nation. 'For their respectable adjustment after 4 years of service @UPGovt has decided to provide 20% horizontal reservation to former Agniveers in the state police recruitment and 3 years relaxation in the age limit,' CM Yogi said on X. 'Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in the country to provide 20% reservation to Agniveers. This reservation will be applicable in the direct recruitment of Police Constable, PAC, Horse Mounted Constable and Fireman. Trained, disciplined and dedicated former Agniveers will now participate in achieving the concept of 'Safe Uttar Pradesh - Prosperous Uttar Pradesh,' the UP CM added. (ANI)
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Whole world has seen valour, courage of our army": BJP's Jagdambika Pal
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment against future terror activities, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jagdambika Pal stated that the entire world witnessed the 'valour and courage' of the Indian Armed Forces (IAF) during Operation Sindoor. Speaking to ANI, Pal said that terrorists had to be taught a lesson after a Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, including one Nepali national. 'After the Pahalgam incident, terrorists had to be taught a lesson... The whole world has seen the valour and courage of our army. We feel that now terrorists from Pakistan will stop coming to India because Prime Minister Modi has made it clear that if a terrorist incident takes place here, we will treat it as a war,' the BJP told ANI. Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). This operation was a retaliatory response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam On Sunday, Director General Military Operations (DGMO) Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai asserted that the tensions between India and Pakistan since the last three to four days are no less than a war. He paid homage to five fallen jawans of the armed forces and civilians who lost their lives due to Pakistani shelling across the Line of Control (LoC). He said that the Pakistan Army might be involved in infiltration across the LoC, trying to harm the army posts. 'The activities that have been going on for the last 3-4 days are no less than a war. Under normal circumstances, the air forces of the countries do not fly in the air and attack each normal circumstances, infiltration across the Line of Control is done by terrorists. We have information that the Pakistani army may also be involved in infiltration across the Line of Control, which is trying to harm our posts,' Ghai said in a presser here. 'I pay my solemn homage to my five fallen colleagues and brothers from the armed forces and civilians who tragically lost their lives in Operation Sindoor. Our hearts go out to the bereaved sacrifices shall always be remembered,' he added. The DGMO warned that India has exercised immense restraint while focusing only on non-escalatory actions. Any threat to the country's sovereignty would be met with decisive force. (ANI)
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Politics
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Zero tolerance for terrorism: Jagdambika Pal on Operation Sindoor
In the aftermath of tensions between India and Pakistan, sparked by the Pahalgam attack, BJP MP Jagdambika Pal came out strongly in support of the Indian government's firm response against cross-border terrorism. Pal hailed the recent military action taken by India, stating, 'We destroyed nine of their major terrorist base camps. In the future, too, we will take this to its logical end. There is zero tolerance for terrorism." He emphasised that India's emergence as a global economic power has enabled it to act decisively despite threats, including warnings of nuclear retaliation from Pakistan. 'We know that war brings destruction and losses. But despite their threats, even of a potential nuclear war, we went ahead and destroyed their terror bases. I believe everyone will welcome this move,' Pal added. Highlighting the need for preparing India's youth to face future security challenges, Pal also underscored the importance of military training. 'No matter how much the world progresses, such challenges will continue to exist. Therefore, in India, it is important that our younger generation receives at least some form of military training.' Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora echoed similar sentiments, applauding the government's firm stance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 'Firstly, let me congratulate the Government of India… I also pay tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives and to the brave soldiers from the Indian Air Force, the Indian Army, and the Navy who stood firm to protect India at any cost.' Deora also targeted opposition parties for what he termed their inconsistent responses. 'The opposition first was saying we must be more aggressive with Pakistan. Then, when our brave jawans demonstrated their bravery and courage, those same opposition members were saying de-escalate and say no to war. So the opposition's job is to politicise,' he said.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Our aim was to neutralise, erase those terrorists': BJP MP Jagdambika Pal
NEW DELHI: BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Sunday discussed the Indian armed forces' response to the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam terror attack . In his conversation with ANI, Pal stated, "A ceasefire between India and Pakistan was agreed upon. Still, they violated the ceasefire after that. Our government and the armed forces gave them a warning and a reply. It was clearly said... any future act of terror will be considered an act of war. After 11.30 pm last night, there was a ceasefire at the India-Pakistan border. The situation is normal. But after the agreement, Pakistan broke the ceasefire." He addressed the Pahalgam incident, where terrorists claimed 26 innocent lives. Operation Sindoor Amid flare-up hours after thaw, officials say things will settle down with time Ceasefire on, but pressure stays: Key decisions by India against Pak that still stand 'Will work with India & Pakistan to seek solution on Kashmir': Trump Pal continued, "When terrorists killed 26 innocent people in Pahalgam, the PM had said that we will not only raze the terrorists to the ground but we will also punish their leaders in a way that they would not have imagined. That is what India intended, and Indian armed forces fulfilled that with their valour." The BJP leader discussed the destruction of terror camps during Operation Sindoor, noting that Indian forces avoided harm to Pakistani civilians. "Pakistan's nine terrorist camps were demolished in precision attacks. Indian armed forces never targeted any Pakistani civilians in this action. They (referring to Pakistan) violated the ceasefire at the LoC for 14 consecutive days. They targeted our civilian areas and Gurdwaras. Our action was nothing like theirs. Our aim was to neutralise and erase those terrorists." Pal stated. On Saturday, both nations reached an understanding to cease firing and military operations . Nevertheless, shortly after the agreement to halt all military activities on land, air, and sea, reports emerged of Pakistan breaching the cessation of hostilities, with India's air defence systems intercepting Pakistani drones during a blackout in Srinagar. Indian air defence systems intercepted Pakistani drones, with visible red streaks and audible explosions in Srinagar. Authorities implemented a complete blackout in Punjab's Pathankot and Ferozepur, and Rajasthan's Jaisalmer and Barmer. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Our aim was to neutralise and erase those terrorists": BJP MP Jagdambika Pal
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Sunday said that the Indian armed forces gave a befitting reply to the terrorists who were involved in the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to ANI, Pal remarked, 'A ceasefire between India and Pakistan was agreed upon. Still, they violated the ceasefire after that. Our government and the armed forces gave them a warning and a reply. It was clearly said... any future act of terror will be considered an act of war. After 11.30 pm last night, there was a ceasefire at the India-Pakistan border. The situation is after the agreement, Pakistan broke the ceasefire.' He also mentioned the Pahalgam attack, where 26 innocent people were killed by terrorists. 'When terrorists killed 26 innocent people in Pahalgam, the PM had said that we will not only raze the terrorists to the ground but we will also punish their leaders in a way that they would not have imagined. That is what India intended, and Indian armed forces fulfilled that with their valour,' Pal added. The BJP leader further mentioned terror camps which were destroyed during Operation Sindoor and added that Indian forces did not harm any Pakistani civilians during the action. 'Pakistan's nine terrorist camps were demolished in precision attacks. Indian armed forces never targeted any Pakistani civilians in this action. They (referring to Pakistan) violated the ceasefire at the LoC for 14 consecutive days. They targeted our civilian areas and Gurdwaras. Our action was nothing like theirs. Our aim was to neutralise and erase those terrorists...,' Pal remarked. On Saturday, India and Pakistan worked out an understanding of the stoppage of firing and military action. However, hours after both countries agreed to stop all firing and military action on land, in the air, and sea, reports came of Pakistan violating the cessation of hostilities with India's air defence intercepting Pakistani drones amid a blackout in Srinagar. Red streaks were seen and explosions heard as India's air defence intercepted Pakistani drones. Loud explosions were heard in Srinagar. A complete blackout has been enforced in Pathankot and Ferozepur in Punjab and Jaisalmer and Barmer in Rajasthan. (ANI)
