Chandigarh: Haryana is set to host the Indian Army Recruitment Rallies under the Agnipath Scheme in four phases beginning July 20, with the state government putting in place an elaborate administrative and logistical framework to ensure the smooth conduct of one of the largest youth recruitment drives in the state. Reviewing the preparations today, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi directed all departments to work in close coordination with the Army authorities and ensure that the recruitment process is conducted in a transparent, efficient and candidate-friendly manner.
Chairing a high-level meeting of the State Steering Committee, the Chief Secretary reviewed the recruitment calendar, district-wise preparedness and the responsibilities assigned to various departments. He said Haryana has a distinguished tradition of contributing to the country’s Armed Forces, and it is the responsibility of the state administration to provide every possible support so that aspiring candidates can participate in the recruitment process without any inconvenience.
Brigadier RS Chib, DDG, ZRO Ambala, informed that the first recruitment rally will be organised at Rohtak from July 20 to July 27, 2026, for candidates from Jhajjar, Panipat, Rohtak and Sonipat districts. The second rally will be held in Bhiwani from September 2 to September 18, covering Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, Mahendragarh and Rewari. The third rally will be at Ambala from October 12 to October 25, for candidates from Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panchkula, Yamunanagar and Chandigarh, while the final phase will take place at Hisar between January to March 2027, covering Hisar, Hansi, Jind, Fatehabad and Sirsa. Candidates are advised to get in touch with AROs for further information.
The Chief Secretary undertook a comprehensive review of the arrangements required for the rallies, including venue preparedness, accommodation for candidates and Army personnel, security deployment, traffic regulation, transportation, drinking water, sanitation, uninterrupted electricity supply, medical facilities and ambulances at venue centres, fire safety and other essential civic amenities. He directed the Deputy Commissioners concerned to personally oversee the preparations and ensure that all arrangements are completed well before the commencement of the rallies. Regular coordination meetings with the Army Recruitment Organisation were also emphasised.
Rastogi directed the appointment of nodal officers in every district who will coordinate with the Army authorities, besides the logistical support to be extended for organising the rallies.
The meeting also deliberated on initiatives to encourage more young people to join the Armed Forces. A proposal to establish dedicated “Know Your Armed Forces” corners in Government Schools across Haryana was also reviewed. The Chief Secretary directed the Education Department to identify suitable space in schools, while the Zonal Recruiting Office would develop informative displays highlighting career opportunities in the Army and inspiring students to consider military service.
Rastogi also directed the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department to develop a dedicated digital portal for creating and maintaining a comprehensive database of Agniveers. The portal will facilitate the collection of details related to their skills, qualifications, training, and experience, enabling better coordination with government departments, public sector undertakings, and private employers. This initiative aims to ensure enhanced employment and skill development opportunities for Agniveers after the successful completion of their four-year tenure in the Armed Forces.
Reiterating Haryana’s proud tradition of producing soldiers who have served the nation with distinction, Rastogi said the state government remains fully committed to extending every administrative and logistical support for the successful conduct of the recruitment rallies.
Additional Chief Secretary, Sainik & Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Vijayendra Kumar, Principal Secretary, School Education, Vijay Singh Dahiya, Director General, Sainik & Ardh Sainik Welfare, Sanjay Joon, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages & Culture, K. Makarand Pandurang, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.
