Russia offers Rs 50 lakh to new soldier fighting in its war against Ukraine
war against Ukraine still raging, the Moscow city government offers substantial financial incentives to residents who enlist in the Army. According to the mayor's office, new enlistees will receive an initial payment of 1.9 million roubles (Rs 18,00,000), with total first-year compensation reaching 5.2 million roubles (Rs 50,00,000). This increase makes the annual income for Moscow's contract soldiers more than five times the country's average nominal wage.
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Economic Concerns and Recruitment Challenges
While these generous financial incentives have allowed Russia to avoid another nationwide mobilization, some economists caution that such high payments could disrupt the economy. They suggest that the substantial wages for soldiers might establish a new benchmark, leading to wage inflation as workers in other sectors demand higher pay.
Russian authorities report that around 190,000 individuals have volunteered to serve in Ukraine this year, part of what Moscow calls a «special military operation.» This compares to 490,000 contracts signed in 2023. Despite the substantial payments, Moscow has lagged behind other regions in the proportion of its population volunteering for the army.
Compensation and Benefits
The pay package for new recruits includes an initial bonus, salaries from the Ministry of Defence, and additional regional and federal benefits. The
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