Pensioners demand an increase in the minimum EPS pension from Rs 1,000 to Rs 7,500, while the government emphasizes fund sustainability despite reassurances of budgetary support.
Pensioners argue that the current amount is insufficient to meet the rising cost of living
Aug 11, 2026
01:13 pm
What's the storyThe Employees's Pension Scheme (EPS) has been a major source of financial support for pensioners in India.
However, there have been rising demands for an increase in the minimum EPS pension amount from ₹1,000 to ₹7,500.
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