1947 to 1973: OROP was in force
1973: Indira Gandhi abolished OROP. Plus reduced
their pensions from 70% to 50% and increased the Babu's pension from 30% to
50%
1973 to 2004: All Quiet on the Western (OROP) front
2004 to 2014: Sonia promises OROP, but does
NOTHING, besides treating our forces like dirt
2010: Defence Minister Anthony out-rightly rejects
it, says "OROP NOT FEASIBLE"
2014: PM Modi promises OROP, and genuinely works
towards it
2015: PM Modi doesn't shy away, but reiterates his
commitment to OROP on Independence Day. Swears by the Tiranga and reassures the forces
that it shall be implemented shortly, since it is already accepted
Clearly this OROP issue is not as simple as it seems. The initial demands
have changed plus Babus are playing their spurious games. But importantly, the
intentions of this Government are unquestionable. So why this fuss?
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