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Defence
Haryana High Court says state cannot abandon its soldiers
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 08:09 AM
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The Haryana High Court emphasized that a welfare state must not turn its back on serving soldiers, reaffirming the government's duty of support.
In a recent judgment, the Haryana High Court underscored the principle that a welfare-oriented state has an unequivocal responsibility towards its armed forces personnel. The bench highlighted that abandoning soldiers who have served the nation contradicts the very ethos of a welfare state.
The court's observation came amid proceedings concerning the entitlements and welfare measures for serving and retired soldiers, reinforcing that the state must ensure timely and adequate support.
Legal experts noted that the ruling serves as a reminder to state authorities to align policies with constitutional and moral obligations towards defence personnel.
The judgment is expected to influence ongoing discussions about pension, medical benefits, and rehabilitation schemes for soldiers across the state.
The court's observation came amid proceedings concerning the entitlements and welfare measures for serving and retired soldiers, reinforcing that the state must ensure timely and adequate support.
Legal experts noted that the ruling serves as a reminder to state authorities to align policies with constitutional and moral obligations towards defence personnel.
The judgment is expected to influence ongoing discussions about pension, medical benefits, and rehabilitation schemes for soldiers across the state.