Amritpal Singh Dies: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Army's Martyr Criteria Over Agniveer Jawan's Death, Says 'Will Meet the Defence Minister' (Watch Video)

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann slammed the Indian Army's criteria for martyrs, emphasising the need to recognise soldiers who perished in extreme conditions beyond combat. Referring to the recent case of Amritpal Singh, whose body was transported without a ceremonial guard of honour, Mann expressed his disapproval of the military's protocol, highlighting the necessity of honouring all service members who perished in the line of duty, regardless of the cause. The CM announced the Punjab government's policy of providing such individuals with Rs 1 crore ex gratia payment. While opposing the Agniveer scheme, CM Mann stated, "I will visit his house tomorrow. I will also meet the Defence Minister for this." Agniveer Amritpal Singh Dies: Agniveer on Sentry Duty in Rajouri Sector Dies Due to Self-Inflicted Gunshot Injury; Indian Army Offers Condolences to Bereaved Family.

Army's Martyr Criteria Criticised by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann

#WATCH | Chandigarh: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says, "... The army considers only those martyrs who lost their lives during combat. If some of our soldiers are patrolling in snow and lose their lives during a storm, then they are not considered martyrs... They were there on the… pic.twitter.com/TjLrFj72er

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