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Indian Armed Forces Review Agnipath Scheme, Propose Higher Agniveer Retention

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The Indian Armed Forces are reviewing the Agnipath recruitment scheme to increase the permanent retention rate of Agniveers beyond the current 25%.
The Navy proposes retaining 70-75%, while the Army and Air Force aim for 50%, citing concerns over expertise loss with the four-year tenure.
No official confirmation exists yet.

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The Indian Armed Forces are reviewing the Agnipath recruitment scheme to increase the permanent retention rate of Agniveers beyond the current 25%. The Navy proposes retaining 70-75%, while the Army and Air Force aim for 50%, citing concerns over expertise loss with the four-year tenure. No official confirmation exists yet.

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