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8th Pay Commission Latest Update
New Delhi: In a major development, the Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS) has written to the Finance Minister and the Secretary, Department of Personnel and Training, calling for quick action on the 8th Central Pay Commission. The Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS) one of the oldest and largest federations representing pensioners and senior citizens. In the letter, the federation has appealed for early finalization of the Terms of Reference and prompt appointment of the chairman and members of the 8th CPC.
Expressing concerns, the federation has said that the delay in fixing the ToR and the appointment of the chairman and members of the 8th CPC is creating an atmosphere of anxiety and uncertainty among the central government employees and pensioners.
The letter written by the BPS reads, '…the lack of further progress — notably the non-finalization of the Terms of Reference and the absence of announcements regarding the Chairman and Members of the Commission- has led to growing unease.'
'The prolonged delay is fuelling rumours, speculations, and misunderstandings, causing anxiety and uncertainty among government pensioners. Unverified information circulating on various media and social platforms is creating confusion and adversely affecting morale.'
The federation said, 'Given the criticality of the situation, we humbly request your good offices to kindly expedite the necessary steps.' These steps are as follows: Early finalization of the Terms of Reference (ToR),
Prompt appointment of the Chairman and Members of the 8th CPC, and
Ensuring representation of pensioners in the Commission.
In the letter penned by Secretary General of BPS SC Maheshwari, the federation said that 'Clear and timely communication will not only dispel rumors and reassure stakeholders but will also facilitate the smooth and effective functioning of the Commission to deliver its recommendations on schedule.' Here are some of the important details: More than 1.2 crore central government employees and pensioners are eagerly awaiting the formation of the 8th Pay Commission
Despite the government's approval on January 16, 2025, the Pay Commission has not been formally constituted.
However, according to the reports, the Modi government is likely to form the panel soon.
The ToR and the appointment of the chairman and other important members have also not yet been completed.
The government on January 16 announced the approval of the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission.
The Pay Commission is scheduled to be implemented from January 1, 2026.
A look at the process of the 7th commission revealed that it took an average of 2 to 2.5 years to prepare the report and implement it.
Given the current circumstances, if the commission is constituted in late 2025 or early 2026, the report will be completed by 2027 or 2028.
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