A delegation of the Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) Association today met Minister of State of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr Jitnedra Singh and conveyed its appreciation for timely promotions being undertaken by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) .

During the meeting in New Delhi, the Union Minister heard the issues raised by the association and discussed their examination through the appropriate administrative channels.

The delegation also raised concerns regarding compassionate appointments for eligible dependents of deceased employees, including delays in consideration of cases, the existing five per cent quota and the criteria used to assess eligibility.

The discussion covered the difficulties faced by families awaiting appointments and the implications of the applicable restrictions. During the meeting, Dr Singh discussed the need to consider the prescribed eligibility conditions and assessment criteria, while taking into account the administrative and legal implications of any proposed change.

The interaction also focused on examining the issues raised by the AFHQ Association through the concerned authorities, particularly the recruitment arrangements affecting promotional opportunities and the implementation of compassionate appointment provisions.