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Will 69 Lakh Central Government Pensioners Miss Out on 8th Pay Commission Benefits?

Employee and pensioner organisations have raised serious concerns that approximately 69 lakh central government pensioners and family pensioners might be left out of the scope of the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC). According to their complaint, the recently notified Terms of Reference (ToR) do not explicitly include pension revision for these retirees.

Key Details for Odisha Government Employees

For employees of the Government of Odisha contributing to pension or waiting for pension benefits, this development has special significance. Understanding the matter helps you prepare and engage with your pension planning accordingly.

Important Points at a Glance

Issue	What’s happening
Number of pensioners concerned	About 69 lakh central government pensioners and family pensioners might not be covered under the 8th CPC ToR.
Difference from previous pay commission	The ToR of the 7th CPC explicitly included pension revision for employees who had retired before its implementation; the current ToR appears to omit this clause.
Key demands of pensioner bodies	They seek inclusion in ToR, restoration of commuted pension after 11 years, periodic pension increases, and clarification of effective date of implementation.
Potential timeline issues	The ToR does not clearly specify the date of effect for recommendations, which raises concerns about delays or retrospective benefit.

What Should Odisha Employees Do?

As an employee of the Odisha Government, you might consider staying informed, keeping track of communications from your department, and discussing with your pension cell. Understanding whether your retirement date, scheme (OPS/NPS/UPS), or category is covered will help take timely action.

Conclusion

The possibility that a large number of pensioners could be excluded from the scope of the 8th CPC is causing significant concern. While the situation evolves, staying engaged and seeking clarification will help ensure your retirement benefits are protected.

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The central government has indicated that the 8th Pay Commission’s mandate is still evolving, and adjustments can be made if required. Officials have clarified that pensioners are an integral part of the government’s financial framework, and no final exclusion has been decided. The government has also assured that any concerns raised by employee and pensioner bodies will be examined carefully before the final recommendations are implemented.