The Haryana government has introduced significant changes to the pension system, benefiting employees who retired on or before January 1, 2016, and their families. These new rules aim to ease financial difficulties for thousands of retirees and improve their quality of life.
The state government has decided that the pension for employees who retired on or before January 1, 2016, will be set at 50% of their last drawn salary. Additionally, the family pension for their dependents will be fixed at 30%, ensuring greater financial security and stability for their future.
Pension Calculation Based on 1986 Salary
The Finance Department has mandated that pension calculations will now be based on the salary structure as of January 1, 1986. This measure ensures that even if earlier pension levels were low, retirees will now have a secure income, reducing any negative impact on their livelihood.
Minimum Pension Set at ₹9,000
The government has also clarified that the minimum pension for all retirees will be ₹9,000 per month, regardless of their salary or grade pay. This decision will particularly benefit rural households, where pensions are often the primary source of income.
New Rules Effective from January 1, 2016
Under the guidance of Additional Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, the Finance Department has directed that these revised pension rules will be effective from January 1, 2016. This means pensions for thousands of former employees and their families will be adjusted from this date, significantly improving their financial well-being.
Key Benefits of the New System
- Enhanced self-reliance for senior citizens.
- Better control over inflation-related challenges.
- Increased trust in the state government.
- Greater sense of security for families.
- Improved management of household expenses with a steady income.
