Mysore/Mysuru: Siddaramu, State Committee Member of BJP Purva Sainik Prakoshta (Ex-Servicemen Cell), has demanded an apology from Opposition Leader in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, for issuing derogatory statements about Agnipath Yojana (Scheme), insulting the soldiers.
Addressing media persons at City BJP Office recently, Siddaramu said “Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced Agnipath Yojana to recruit youths as Agniveers for a period of four years, keeping in mind the future of the country’s youngsters. Those recruited shall be receiving a monthly salary in the pay band of Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 45,000 and upon completion of their service period, they will be liable for a lumpsum amount of Rs. 14 lakh. Unaware of the benefits provided to Agniveers, Rahul Gandhi has insulted the soldiers of the country.”
