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Probe Alleges Pakistan-Linked Espionage Targeting Agniveer Recruitment Ecosystem

Security agencies are investigating claims that spies tried to target young people preparing to become Agniveers.

The alleged spies may have used coaching centers and other helpers to learn about candidates.

Some helpers may have pretended to be security officials or offered financial support.

Investigators also suspect that fake online identities were used to build romantic or emotional relationships with candidates.

The alleged goal was to obtain private information and eventually military details.

Some candidates may have shared information without understanding the real purpose.

Investigators are studying whether blackmail or threats were later used to keep them cooperating.

They are also checking whether former Agniveers could be targeted after leaving the four-year program.

Key facts

Recruitment stages examined: Common Entrance Examination, Physical Fitness Test and medical examination.
Agniveer service period: Four years.
Regular-service share: The article says 25% of candidates may enter full-time regular service.
Alleged targeting methods: Coaching intermediaries, false security credentials, fake social-media profiles, emotional manipulation and alleged blackmail.
Information allegedly sought: Candidates’ backgrounds, finances, vulnerabilities, training, military environments, postings and operational practices.
Other establishments under review: The Central Industrial Security Force, Border Security Force, Sashastra Seema Bal, Central Reserve Police Force and Railway Protection Force.
Investigation focus: Contact frequency, requested information, payments and transmission routes to Pakistan-based handlers or intelligence-linked networks.

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