CLARIFICATION ON EMOLUMENTS TO AGNIVEER AJAY KUMAR

Certain posts on Social Media have brought out that compensation hasn’t been paid to the Next of Kin of Agniveer Ajay Kumar who lost his life in the line of duty.

It is emphasised that the Indian Army salutes the supreme sacrifice made by Agniveer Ajay Kumar.

The last rites were carried out with full Military Honours.

Of the total amount due, family of Agniveer Ajay has already been paid Rs 98.39 lakhs.

Ex – Gratia and other benefits amounting to approximately 67 lakhs, as applicable according to the provisions of the Agniveer Scheme, will be paid on Final Account Settlement shortly post due Police verification. The total amount will be Rs 1.65 Cr approximately.

It is re-emphasised that emoluments due to a fallen hero are paid expeditiously to the Next of Kin of departed soldiers, including Agniveers.

~ ADG PI, INDIAN ARMY