Government Employees Applaud Assured Pension Scheme

Government employees praised the decision to provide assured pensions, thanking PM Narendra Modi. The Union Cabinet approved a scheme assuring 50% of salary as pension for 23 lakh employees who joined after 2004. The Unified Pension Scheme promises increased financial stability and dignity for these employees.

Government employees lauded the decision to grant assured pensions and expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for addressing their concerns.

Shiv Gopal Mishra, Secretary of the Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM), highlighted the significance of their meeting with the Prime Minister, marking the first such instance for JCM.

Following the cabinet's approval, the new Unified Pension Scheme will guarantee 50% of the last salary as pension for 23 lakh employees who joined service post-2004, enhancing financial security and stability.

(With inputs from agencies.)