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Supreme Court questions whether injured cadets qualify for ex servicemen status
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Published on 24 April 2026
A training injury could unlock ex servicemen benefits
The Supreme Court is examining whether disabled cadets injured during military training can be treated as ex-servicemen. If allowed, they could access reservation benefits for government jobs—an outcome that matters for many medically discharged cadets who are often still young and seeking stable employment. The court has asked the Centre for a detailed response.
- Court seeks clarity on ex servicemen status for injured training cadets
- Potential benefit includes reservation support in government jobs
- Decision could affect medically discharged young candidates seeking employment
- Centre must submit a comprehensive reply to the court
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