However, the Indian government’s efforts in satisfying the soldier’s appetite have been dismal. The Home Ministry in 2014 hiked the daily ration allowances of non-gazetted ranks in the central paramilitary forces from around Rs 86 to Rs 96. Account for inflation and the 12 per cent increase is further cut to size. Ironically, and much to the dismay of the paramilitary and armed forces, the Ration Money Allowance (RMA) given to these troops remained unchanged even after the Seventh Pay Commission. Add to this, the poor quality of food served by the mess.

Source: dna July 25, 2017 02:41 UTC