100% hike! Defense Ministry doubles financial assistance for ex-servicemen and dependents
The Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced on Saturday, 10 January, that the 100% increase in financial assistance for ex-servicemen (ESM) and their dependents, as declared by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, has now been implemented. Hiked assistance has been provided under schemes implemented by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare through the Kendriya Sainik Board. The Ministry…