A parliamentary panel on defense, led by Radha Mohan Singh, recently addressed the pressing issues of resettlement and healthcare for ex-servicemen. Concerns were raised about the alarmingly low recruitment rate of just 1.9% of ex-servicemen in government jobs, despite policies allowing for a 10-25% absorption rate. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi highlighted challenges faced by ex-servicemen in accessing military healthcare and criticized the inadequate financial provisions for serious medical treatments, suggesting an increase from the current limit of Rs 75,000 for cancer and kidney treatments. The committee’s discussions reflect a critical need for improved rehabilitation and employment opportunities for the approximately 60,000 soldiers retiring annually.