A delegation of "All-India National Public Sector Employees Federation" today called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh at his DoPT office at North Block and discussed issues related to different Pension Scheme options.
The Employees Federation (NPSEF) representatives conveyed their appreciation to Dr. Jitendra Singh for the recent amendments in the National Pension System (NPS), which include key enhancements such as the increase in government contribution from 10% to 14%.
This move is a major relief for employees, providing them with greater financial security in their retirement years. The Federation also expressed gratitude for the introduction of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), which aims to streamline pension schemes for better management and greater benefits for employees across various sectors.
The Federation delegation expressed gratitude for the Minister’s efforts and commitment to the welfare of pensioners and employees. The Federation further commended the Department of Pensions and Pensioners Welfare (DoPPW) for its proactive approach and significant initiatives that have substantially improved the pension system.
The Minister for Pensions briefed the delegation on the advantages of both the NPS and the UPS, urging them to carefully assess and make an informed choice regarding their pension schemes. He reiterated that the government’s priority is the welfare of employees, and these recent reforms were designed to provide a more secure, transparent, and beneficial pension system.
Dr. Jitendra Singh shared the immense benefits of technology-driven solutions and the recent pension reforms. During the meeting, the office bearers of the federation conveying their feedback on the Jeevan Praman Digital Life certificate said “It has eased life of pensioners as there is no need to visit nearby banks or post offices and verification can be done with a single click of Smart Phone.”
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the importance of technology in streamlining pension services, particularly highlighting the use of Facial Recognition Technology in delivering Jeevan Praman- Digital Life Certificates.
This cutting-edge solution has greatly eased the process for pensioners, allowing them to submit their life certificates digitally with ease and security. The technology has not only enhanced convenience for pensioners but also minimized delays and potential fraud, significantly improving the quality of pensioner services.
In his address, the Union Minister also guided the Federation on the way forward, emphasizing the importance of continuous dialogue between the government and employees' unions to ensure that the needs and concerns of pensioners and employees are addressed comprehensively.
Shri. V. Srinivas, Secretary, DoPPW along with Shri. Dhrubjyoti Sengupta, Joint Secretary, DoPPW were also present during the meeting. From the federation Dr Manjeet Singh Patel, National President ; Ashish Singh, President Ordnance Employees Union, Muradnagar; Manish Prajapati, Delhi Nurses Federation, Leader; Sanjeev Verma, President, Indira Gandhi Open University staff association; Vinod Yadav, Secretary Delhi Teachers Association along with Mohd. Iqbal Qasim, Arun Verma, Shyam Sunder were present for the meeting.
The meeting was a clear indication of the government’s ongoing commitment to pensioners and employees, with a focus on harnessing the power of technology and enhancing pension schemes for a more secure and well-managed retirement.