Enhanced Welfare Schemes will improve the quality of life of Ex-Servicemen: PM

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said the government’s recent move to improve welfare programs for ex-servicemen would improve their quality of life.

The Union Minister Shri Rajnath Singh informed that as a result of the top priority given to the ex-servicemen’s welfare and ease of living policy, the amount provided by the following ex-servicemen’s welfare programs has been increased.

1. Vocational Training Grant of Rs 20000 to Rs 50000 for widows of ESM up to Hav/equivalent.

2. Medical Grant Rs 30000 to Rs 50000 for ESM/Non-Retired Widows up to Hav/equivalent.

3. Critical Illness Contribution Rs 1.25 lakh to Rs 1.50 lakh for ESM/non-retired widows of all grades.

In response, the Prime Minister tweeted:

“India is proud of the valiant ex-servicemen who defended our nation. The welfare programs that have been upgraded for them will greatly improve their quality of life.”

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