The state is setting up India’s first-ever dedicated Agniveer Cell, exclusively to support young soldiers after their 4-year stint in the armed forces. Why does this matter? Because for most Agniveers, life after service is a black box; no clear path, no guaranteed support. Uttarakhand’s move could change that. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, himself the son of a soldier, called it a ‘moral duty’. He’s backing it with real benefits: 10% reservation in state jobs, age relaxation, free coaching, and even grants to start homestays (especially in border villages). What’s more? Families of martyrs now get ₹50 lakh (up from ₹10 lakh). This isn’t just welfare; it’s nation-building with a human face. And if other states follow, it could reshape how India values its youth in uniform.