Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday directed the concerned departments to amend recruitment rules to provide 20% reservation for ex-Agniveers in Group C posts. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by the L-G with the Chief Secretary, Commissioner of Police, and other senior officials.
Scope of Reservation
The reservation will apply to direct recruitment for various Group C posts, including appointments of constables in the Delhi Police, firemen in the Delhi Fire Service, jail warders in the Prisons Department, and forest guards and wildlife guards in the Department of Environment, Forest and Wildlife.
Deadline for Implementation
L-G Sandhu directed the departments to complete all procedural requirements and amend the recruitment rules before June 30. This timeline ensures swift integration of ex-Agniveers into the civic framework.
The initiative aligns with the guiding vision of the Government of India. The L-G had earlier proposed recruitment of ex-Agniveers to the Delhi Fire Service during a meeting held on June 8.
Commitment to National Service
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to the national service rendered by Agniveers, the L-G noted that seamlessly integrating these dedicated individuals into the civic framework will significantly augment the Capital’s institutional resilience. This move drives forward the collective vision of a progressive “Viksit Dilli”.
The decision underscores the government's focus on leveraging the skills and discipline of ex-Agniveers for public service roles, enhancing the efficiency of critical departments.
