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Major Rishabh Sambyal Reveals "Biggest Sacrifice" as President's ADC: No Marriage Clause
- •Major Rishabh Sambyal, former ADC to President Murmu, revealed the "biggest sacrifice" of his tenure: a restriction on marriage.
- •The "national crush" explained that ADCs cannot marry during their service to ensure round-the-clock availability to the President.
- •Sambyal, who retired after 12 years in the Indian Army, also discussed the demanding nature of the role, limiting personal life and requiring constant vigilance.
- •ADCs are responsible for meticulously planning and coordinating all presidential engagements, ensuring smooth execution and security.
- •The no-marriage clause is a voluntary condition for ADCs, who live in a duty room near the President and work 24-hour shifts.
Key Questions Answered
There is a strict voluntary condition or restriction stating that officers cannot get married during their tenure as an ADC to ensure they remain available around the clock. This no-marriage clause applies irrespective of gender.
As an ADC, Major Sambyal was responsible for coordinating daily arrangements, planning appointments, and ensuring that every movement and public engagement of the President proceeded smoothly without disruptions. The role also involved remaining on duty in a room close to the President in 24-hour shifts.
Major Sambyal drew significant online debate after launching a paid Instagram subscription service priced at Rs 199 per month to offer exclusive content. While critics questioned whether a former military officer should monetize a public following built during service, supporters defended his right to pursue a new career.
