What forced the Agnipath rethink – youth discontent or elections?

The Times of India · Team TOI Plus · 2026-11-05 14:02 UTC

The Union Cabinet’s decision on Wednesday to extend the tenure of Agniveers by two years, followed by an opportunity for permanent enrolment subject to

- Team TOI Plus

- TIMESOFINDIA.COM Nov 05, 2026, 19:32 IST IST

The Modi govt’s move to extend Agniveers’ tenure by two years addresses a longstanding concern over job security. Its timing, ahead of crucial assembly elections, also gives BJP an opportunity to respond to youth discontent and counter opposition criticism

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