Before Diwali, the government gave a big gift to the pensioners of the Central Government. Yes, now pensioners above the age of 80 years will get an additional pension from the government. The Ministry of Public Grievances and Pensions has issued a circular in this regard.
How will you get the benefit
On completion of age limit: As soon as the pensioner crosses the age of 80, he will start getting the benefit of an additional pension from the same month.
Instructions to government departments and banks: The government has issued instructions to all the concerned departments and banks so that all eligible pensioners can get the benefit of additional pension on time.
What is the new system
According to the new system, pensioners above the age of 80 years will get an additional pension equal to a certain percentage of their basic pension. This additional pension will be decided based on age:
80 to 85 years: 20% of basic pension
85 to 90 years: 30% of basic pension
90 to 95 years: 40% of basic pension
95 to 100 years: 50% of basic pension
More than 100 years: 100% of basic pension
Example-
Suppose a pensioner is 81 years old and he gets a basic pension of Rs 5,000. So he will get Rs 1,000 as an additional pension.
When will the additional pension be available
The pensioner will start getting the benefit of an additional pension from the month of completing 80 years of age. The government has taken this step so that elderly pensioners can get financial help and their lives can be made easier.
How will you get the benefit
The government has directed all departments and banks to inform all pensioners about this new system. Pensioners do not need to make any extra effort, the additional pension will be deposited directly into their pension account.
How will you get information
The government has instructed all the concerned departments and banks to inform the pensioners about this additional pension. With this step, the government has given relief to lakhs of pensioners. This step not only provides financial help but also respects the elderly.
Why was this decision taken
The government believes that with increasing age, the needs of pensioners also increase. This additional pension will provide them with financial help and their daily needs can be easily met. This initiative of the government is a relief for elderly pensioners. This will give them a feeling of respect and security.
This new step will benefit lakhs of senior citizens. This is a commendable initiative from the government which shows the respect and welfare of the elderly.