Bharat Pensioners Samaj

Hello and welcome. Today, we bring you an important update that concerns over one crore central government employees and pensioners across India. The 8th Pay Commission, which was announced in January 2025, still remains far from operational. This delay has led to growing concern, confusion, and even frustration among pensioners and employees alike. At the forefront of this issue is the Bharat Pensioners Samaj, or BPS — a prominent national organisation that has long advocated for the rights and welfare of pensioners. [Pause] In a formal letter addressed to the Finance Minister and the Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training, BPS has made an urgent appeal to the Government of India. The letter, penned by BPS General Secretary Shri S. C. Maheshwari, outlines three clear demands: First, the Terms of Reference — or ToR — for the 8th Pay Commission must be finalised without further delay. Second, the Government must immediately appoint a Chairman and members to the Co...

  No Headway On 8th Pay Commission: Employees, Pensioners Seek Urgent Action - 3 Key Demands 8th Pay Commission Update:   The delay in the 8th Pay Commission has prompted significant concern among pensioners and employees alike. The Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS), a leading organisation representing pensioners in India, has formally addressed the issue through a letter to the Finance Minister and the Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Demands for Urgent Action BPS has outlined three critical demands that it believes are essential for the timely revision of salaries and pensions for over 1 crore central employees and pensioners. The organisation insists that the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th Pay Commission should be finalised without further delay. Additionally, they are calling for the immediate appointment of a Chairman and members to the Commission, as well as ensuring representation for pensioners within the body. Concerns Regarding Delays I...

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF 34TH SCOVA HELD ON 11.03.2025 UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF HON’BLE MOS (PP) AT VIGYAN BHAWAN (ANNEXE) ***** 34th meeting of the Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies (SCOVA) was held on 11.03.2025 under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble MOS (PP) at Vigyan Bhawan (Annexe) with members of Pensioners’ Welfare Associations and representatives of different Ministries/Departments. List of participants is annexed. 2. The meeting was attended by Secretary (pension), Controller General of Accounts and other senior officers from various Ministries/Departments including Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Expenditure, Department of Personnel and Training, Department of Telecommunications, Department of Posts, Department of Financial Services, CPAO, bank officials from J&K bank and Indian bank, officials from DoPPW and members of 13 Pensioners’ Welfare Associations. 3. At the outset, Secretary (Pension) welcomed th...

    Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) Scheme for the teaching staff in railway schools – Various Possible Scenarios applicable and 7th CPC pay levels for the purpose of MACPS: Railway Board Order dated 12.06.2025 GOVERNMENT OF INDIA (भारत सरकार) MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (रेल मंत्रालय) (RAILWAY BOARD/ रेलवे बोर्ड) No. E(P&A)I-2024/PS-5/PE-3 New Delhi, dated: 12.06.2025 The General Managers and PFAs, All Indian Railways and Production Units etc. Sub: Implementation of Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) Scheme for the teaching staff in railway schools — reg. Ref: Board’s letter of even No. dt 05.05.25. Approval of the Railway Board was communicated for implementing the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) Scheme and withdrawing the existing Career Advancement Scheme for teaching staff in railway schools w.e.f. 29.04.2025 vide Board’s letter of even number dated 05.05.2025. Vide para 3 of the ibid letter it has been clarified that the placements in Senior Gr...