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The meeting witnessed an overwhelming participation of CAPF retirees, Veer Naris, and widows, reflecting strong unity and concern over issues affecting the community. Senior members of the association also addressed the gathering and highlighted the significant role played by the Central Armed Police Forces in safeguarding the nation.
Speakers emphasized that CAPFs are recognised as Armed Forces of the Union of India, as per the Ministry of Home Affairs notification dated August 6, 2004. They underlined that CAPF personnel are highly trained and combat-ready, performing duties comparable to regular armed forces, particularly in border management and internal security operations.
Highlighting operational achievements, the speakers referred to the role of CAPFs in Operation Sindoor (May 2025), where the Border Security Force (BSF) reportedly destroyed 118 Pakistani posts, earning appreciation from senior military leadership, including the DGMO and the Chief of Army Staff. They also noted that CAPFs perform multiple roles such as counter-terrorism, anti-Naxal operations, law and order maintenance, election duties, VIP security, and disaster response.
However, the association expressed concern that despite their combat role, CAPF personnel are still governed under Central Civil Service Rules for pay, perks, and pension, which they termed as a grave injustice.
The association put forward several key demands for consideration by the Government. These include restoration of the Old Pension Scheme in line with Armed Forces benefits, implementation of One Rank One Pension (OROP), and provision of paramilitary special pay similar to Military Service Pay. Other demands include the formulation of separate paramilitary rules, establishment of a CAPFs Welfare Board, and granting of martyr status with Rs 1 crore ex-gratia to families of deceased personnel.
Additionally, the association demanded the establishment of CGHS dispensaries in every district, institution of an Ardh Sainik Flag Day, and setting up of CAPF schools in capital cities on the lines of Sainik Schools. They also called for the implementation of CLMS facilities and appointment of Director Generals from within CAPF cadres.
The meeting concluded with a strong appeal to the Government to address these long-pending demands and ensure justice, dignity, and welfare for CAPF personnel and their families.
