Indian Army fact-checks Rahul Gandhi's claim: 'Rs 98.83 lakh given to Agniveer martyr'

The Indian Army has responded to Rahul Gandhi's video where the father of a martyred Agniveer claimed that he did not receive any compensation.

Taking to social media X, the Army clarified that Rs 98.39 lakh was paid to Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family, countering Rahul Gandhi's allegation that Rajnath Singh lied in Parliament about the Rs 1 crore compensation given to the families.

"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," the Army said in a post on X.

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

"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."