<h1>44,927 Home Guard Vacancies in Uttar Pradesh: Government Faces Questions on Recruitment and Low Pay Concerns</h1> The Minister of State for Home Guard in Uttar Pradesh reported that 44,927 home guard positions remain unfilled, out of 1,18,348 approved posts, with 73,421 volunteers currently serving. During a budget session, a member of the Samajwadi Party questioned the government's plans to fill these vacancies and address the low salaries of home guards. The minister highlighted past increases in daily allowances, now at Rs 918, and uniform allowances to improve conditions. Concerns were raised about the impact of ongoing retirements and vacancies on the department's future effectiveness.