Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi Adityanath To Attend 'Ex-Servicemen Reunion Ceremony' In Meerut On Saturday

Lucknow, November 14, 2026: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the Ex-Servicemen Reunion Ceremony in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday. In a social media post on X, the Chief Minister expressed his gratitude to the 5.19 lakh ex-servicemen of the state and their families, emphasizing their role as a symbol of the nation's strength and glorious military tradition.

Uttar Pradesh alone accounts for 10,000 to 12,000 retired personnel annually, highlighting the state's substantial contribution to national defense. The Chief Minister noted that India's focus on honoring soldiers and their families has recently intensified under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, with the nation prioritizing their welfare and empowerment.

Uttar Pradesh has become a hub for defense self-reliance, with notable achievements such as the Operation Sindoor, the Uttar Pradesh Defence Corridor, and the manufacturing of the BrahMos missile in Lucknow. The Chief Minister announced several initiatives, including providing ex-gratia assistance of ₹50 lakh to the families of martyrs, offering government jobs to one dependent of each martyr, and implementing reservation policies for Agniveers in the UP Police and Group B posts.

Additionally, the government has facilitated employment for more than 31,700 ex-servicemen. The Chief Minister reiterated the commitment to honoring soldiers, supporting their families, and ensuring their welfare, emphasizing these actions as a national obligation.