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The Centre is launching a special campaign to address pension grievances starting July 1. Jitendra Singh emphasized timely resolution for family and senior pensioners. Over 25% of identified cases have already been resolved. The initiative aligns with broader welfare goals for women and the elderly.

Key Points: Jitendra Singh Launches Special Pension Grievance Campaign from July 1

  • Month-long drive targets 2210 pension grievances
  • Focus on family and super senior pensioners
  • Daily monitoring by DOPPW
  • Aligns with women and senior citizen welfare goals
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Centre to launch special campaign to help pensioners from July 1

Centre's month-long Special Campaign 2.0 aims to resolve grievances of family and super senior pensioners, addressing 2210 cases.

"The campaign reflects our commitment to timely redressal and welfare of pensioners - Jitendra Singh"

New Delhi, June 19

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Jitendra Singh, has released the guidelines for a month-long Special Campaign 2.0 which will be carried out from July 1 for the redressal of grievances of family pensioners and super senior pensioners.

Highlighting the transformational journey of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions over the past 11 years, Jitendra Singh appreciated the initiative of the Department and stressed the importance of timely and qualitative redressal of grievances.

The minister said that the Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare (DOPPW) will conduct the month-long Special Campaign 2.0, during the period July 1-31, for the timely and qualitative redressal of grievances of Central government family pensioners and super senior pensioners.

DoPPW will coordinate the implementation of the campaign. A total number of 2210 pension grievances have been taken up and shared with the 51 Ministries/Departments and organisations of the government for redressal under the campaign, with a request to widely disseminate success stories and best practices through Press Information Bureau statements and tweets.

The minister further states that the Centre is committed towards the empowerment of women and the welfare of senior citizens by effective redressal of Central Government pensioners’ grievances.

A preparatory meeting, under the chairmanship of the Secretary (Pension), was held on 11th June, 2025, with the Nodal Officers handling pensioners’ grievances.

DOPPW is monitoring the status of the grievances on a daily basis. It is seen that the campaign has already gained momentum, which is evident from the fact that more than 25 per cent of identified cases have so far been redressed.

The hashtag of the campaign is #SpecialCampaignFamilyPension2.0.

As of the welfare measures, the minister also announced this week that Central government employees covered under the Unified Pension Scheme will now be eligible for retirement and death gratuity benefits.

The minister said that the move addresses a significant demand of government staff and brings parity in retirement benefits. The new provision reflects the government’s commitment to ensure social security for all categories of employees under the National Pension System.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This is a much-needed initiative! My father, a retired central govt employee, has been facing pension issues for months. Hope this campaign brings real solutions on ground level, not just on paper. 🤞
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Priya M.
Good step but implementation is key. Many pensioners don't even know how to file grievances properly. Govt should conduct awareness camps in smaller towns too, not just focus on digital methods.
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Arvind S.
The inclusion of death gratuity benefits under NPS is a welcome move. My uncle passed away last year and his family struggled with paperwork. Hope this simplifies things for future cases.
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Sunita R.
As someone who handles my elderly parents' pension matters, I appreciate this focus on super senior pensioners. The elderly shouldn't have to run from pillar to post for their rightful dues.
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Vikram J.
While the campaign is good, why only for 1 month? Pension issues are year-round problems. Govt should make this a permanent fast-track system rather than time-bound campaigns.
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Neha T.
The women empowerment angle is commendable! Many widows struggle with family pension procedures. Hope this campaign specially addresses their concerns with sensitivity. #Respect

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