Varanasi, Nov. 4 -- Defence Expert Sanjeev Srivastava on Wednesday hailed the Centre's decision to grant a two-year extension to 75 per cent of Agniveers as a "very important and excellent decision" that will give them a fresh opportunity to serve and a chance for permanent enrolment.

"Those who have completed their term and make up 75% of the total Agniveers will now be given an extra two years. After this two-year period, they will be able to enroll in the Indian Armed Forces by meeting the selection criteria," Srivastava told ANI.

"After doing this, they'll get a great opportunity to serve in the Indian Armed Forces and serve there permanently. And obviously, this decision by the Indian government is really important, keeping in mind...