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Electoral Importance of pensioners & pre 2004 Govt employees: In a democracy where even 1to 2lakh voters may change election scenario. In UP as well as in Bihar Validation clause in Finance Act 2025 and 8 th CPC out come will effect almost one crore electoral. Their concerns will be reflected in the coming elections in both states if not taken care. Subscribe and share this video more and more Thank you

Namaste and warm greetings to all respected pensioners and well-wishers. Today, we speak directly to a group that has given decades of dedicated service to the nation—our pensioners. There has been growing concern recently about the impact of the Finance Act 2025 and the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission, especially among those who retired before January 1st, 2026. Let us clarify things—clearly, calmly, and factually. The Finance Act 2025 includes certain legal validations of pension rules. These were misinterpreted by some as an attempt to exclude existing pensioners from the benefits of the 8th Pay Commission. But please be reassured: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has publicly clarified—there is no change in your entitlements. No one is losing out. These amendments are procedural. They do not alter the benefits already granted or those due to be granted under future CPC recommendations. So now let’s move from fear… to strategy. You, the pensioners of India, are not just benef...

"8वें वेतन आयोग में पेंशनभोगियों की आवाज़: सड़क से स्क्रीन तक" नमस्ते और सभी सम्मानित पेंशनभोगियों व शुभचिंतकों को सादर प्रणाम। आज हम उन लोगों से सीधे संवाद कर रहे हैं जिन्होंने राष्ट्र की सेवा में अपने जीवन के कई दशक समर्पित किए—हमारे पेंशनभोगी साथियों से। हाल ही में वित्त अधिनियम 2025 और आगामी 8वें केंद्रीय वेतन आयोग को लेकर चिंता की लहर देखी जा रही है, विशेष रूप से उन साथियों के बीच जिन्होंने 1 जनवरी 2026 से पहले सेवा-निवृत्ति ली है। आइए, इन चिंताओं को स्पष्ट करें—शांति और तथ्यों के साथ। वित्त अधिनियम 2025 में कुछ नियमों को कानूनी मान्यता दी गई है। लेकिन कुछ लोगों ने इसका यह गलत अर्थ निकाला कि इससे पुराने पेंशनभोगियों को 8वें वेतन आयोग के लाभ से वंचित किया जा सकता है। पर कृपया निश्चिंत रहें: वित्त मंत्री निर्मला सीतारमण ने सार्वजनिक रूप से स्पष्ट किया है—आपके अधिकारों में कोई बदलाव नहीं किया गया है। किसी का नुकसान नहीं होने जा रहा है। ये संशोधन केवल प्रक्रियात्मक हैं। ये पहले से दिए गए लाभों या भविष्य में मिलने वाले लाभों को नहीं बदलते। अब डर से बाहर आइए… और रणनीति की ओर ब...

\ Deferred Wages, Not Charity – The Truth About the Old Pension Scheme In today’s public discourse, the Old Pension Scheme is often painted as a burden on the nation. But this claim overlooks a fundamental truth: Pension is not a handout. It is a deferred wage — part of a government servant’s rightful earnings, promised for a lifetime of service. India’s pension system began in colonial times, when the British introduced it to ensure loyalty and stability. It was formalized in 1871 through the Indian Pensions Act — but even then, pension was seen as a favor, not a right. After independence, things changed. The Government introduced the Liberalised Pension Rules in 1950. Family pensions came in 1964. By 1972, the rules were unified under the Central Civil Services Pension Code. In 1985, pensioners were included in medical care. And in 1986, SCOVA was formed — giving pensioners a voice in policymaking. But the real turning point came in 1982. I...

  Deferred Wages, Not Charity: The Historical and Legal Foundation of the Old Pension Scheme in India By Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS) The story of India’s pension system is not merely one of administrative policy — it is a journey from colonial control to constitutional justice. At the heart of the current debate surrounding the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) lies a fundamental misunderstanding: that OPS is a burden on the exchequer. In reality, it is a rightful return of deferred wages — earnings retained during service with a promise of security after retirement. Origins: A Colonial Inheritance with a Purpose The pension system in India began after the 1857 revolt, when the British government introduced pensions to ensure the loyalty of Indian princes and select civil servants. These pensions were gradually extended to regular government employees as a tool of administrative stability. By codifying the Indian Pensions Act in 1871, the British gave legal structure to pensions — a...

 

  Old Pension Scheme: Not a Burden, But a Rightful Return of Deferred Wages By Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS) The Old Pension Scheme (OPS), applicable to central government employees who joined service before January 1, 2004, has recently come under scrutiny, with critics branding it as an unsustainable fiscal burden. But this narrative misses a fundamental truth — OPS is not a burden on the exchequer; it is a rightful return of deferred wages and retained contributions . Pension Is Not a Freebie — It’s Deferred Compensation For pre-2004 employees, pension is not charity or a subsidy. It is a component of their earned salary package, deferred for payment post-retirement. Unlike private-sector employees or post-2004 recruits under the National Pension System (NPS), pre-2004 employees did not receive employer contributions to any retirement fund . Instead, the government promised a lifelong pension, treating it as a part of their compensation. Effectively, this means pre-2004 emp...

Bringing Healthcare Closer for India's Elderly: A Call to Action Introduction India is on the cusp of a demographic transformation. Our cities bustle with progress, our villages hum with stories of resilience. Yet hidden among this vibrancy are millions of elderly Indians whose footsteps grow slower, whose journeys for basic healthcare grow longer, and whose cries often fade unheard into the distance. As affluence rises, so does an invisible tragedy — the fading accessibility of healthcare for our senior citizens. They built this nation with their sweat and dreams; it is now our moral duty to bring healthcare closer to them. India’s Aging Population – A Silent Revolution They were the dreamers of independent India, the workers of its first factories, the builders of its bustling cities. Today, they are the grandparents watching from their porches, their hands weathered by time, their hearts full of untold stories. By 2047, nearly 21% of India will be above the age of 60, a silent ...

  CGHS rules revamped: Old websites shut down, major service changes for beneficiaries from April 28 Story by  PF Desk  •  15h  •  2 min read CGHS rule changes: A major digital change is happening in the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). From 28 April 2025, the new digital platform and Health Management Information System (HMIS) of CGHS will be fully launched. With this, the old websites  http://www.cghs.gov.in  and  http://www.cghs.nic.in  will be closed. Now all the services will be available through the new portal  http://www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in , according to a Health Ministry circular. designrr.io Designrr eBook Creator - How To Create An eBook - Need To Quickly Make An Ebook? Ad Apart from this, a new CGHS mobile app has also been launched for Android and iOS users, which has better interface and digital services. To implement this change smoothly, all the services of CGHS – including health centers – are closed for one d...