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SC Seeks Insurance Scheme for Injured Cadets

Why in the News ?

The Supreme Court directed the Union government to frame an insurance and medical support scheme for cadets discharged from military academies due to disabilities. The court stressed that aspirants must not be left “high and dry” after rigorous training-related injuries.

Supreme Court’s Directions

  • The court took suo motu cognisance of cadets discharged due to training-related disabilities.
  • A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and R Mahadevan issued notices to MoD, Finance, Social Justice ministries, and service chiefs.
  • Directed govt to file a comprehensive affidavit by September 4, 2025.
  • Urged insurance coverage for all trainees to cover injuries during training.
  • Suggested group insurance on the lines of employee coverage and lump-sum ex gratia relief.
  • Emphasised social justice, not adversarial litigation.

Implications and Way Forward

  • High-risk training: Military training is rigorous, with unavoidable risks of injury.
  • Gaps identified: Currently, no formal safety net exists for cadets injured before commissioning.
  • Court’s concern: Injured cadets should not be left disheartened, but offered rehabilitation and desk roles where induction is not possible.
  • Future course: Govt must design a scheme covering insurance, enhanced medical care, rehabilitation pathways, and employment opportunities.
  • Impact: Will boost confidence of aspirants, ensure equity in armed forces recruitment, and uphold social justice principles.

About Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPwD), 2016:

●      Provides for non-discrimination, equality, and rehabilitation for persons with disabilities.

●      Recognises 21 categories of disabilities.

●      Mandates reservation in education, government jobs, and promotion of accessibility.

●      Empowers government to frame schemes for social security, healthcare, and insurance.

●      Relevant here as disabled cadets must be rehabilitated under RPwD provisions.