Presently, pensioners under EPS-95 of the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) get a minimum monthly pension (entitlement) of Rs 1,000, as per rules implemented in September 2014.
Pensioners covered by the Employees Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95) are planning a hunger strike to demand an increase in their minimum monthly pension to Rs 7,500, up from the current Rs 1,000 set in September 2014. Despite assurances from the Union Labour Minister, discontent remains, prompting the National Agitation Committee to announce a second indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Over 50,000 pensioners may join the protest if their demands are not met by January 31, with dissatisfaction arising from the perceived inadequacy of the current pension structure. The EPFO manages the concerns of 78 lakh pensioners in the country, facing a significant challenge as the agitation gains momentum.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Pensioners under Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95) of retirement fund manager EPFO on Tuesday threatened to go on a hunger strike demanding a hike in their minimum monthly pension to Rs 7,500. India News | Pensioners Under EPS-95 Demand Hike in Minimum Pension to Rs 7,500 Per Month; Threaten to Begin Hunger Strike.
Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. Pensioners under the Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95) on Friday participated in demonstrations at 110 offices of retirement fund body EPFO across the country to press their demand for a minimum monthly pension of Rs 7,500, plus dearness allowance. Latest News | EPS-95 Pensioners Stage Demonstrations to Press for Minimum Monthly Pension of Rs 7,500.
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