PIB News Update: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Shripad Naik has informed that 6,026 army personnel are currently serving in the United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping operations. During the last five years, 10 Indian personnel have laid down their lives while serving in the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations.
The personnel serving in the UN Peacekeeping Operations are eligible for the welfare schemes applicable to the personnel from their respective parent force. The Indian Personnel, during their period of deputation in the UN Peacekeeping Operations are entitled to Overseas Allowance, Daily Sustenance Allowance and Recreational Leave Allowance by the United Nations. Besides, all Indian Personnel serving in the UN Peacekeeping Operations are provided UN Leave, compensation in case of death/disability during their period of deployment.