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Government to Fulfil the Vision of a Developed Odisha

The Integrated Pension Management Portal was launched at Khurda Town Hall on Thursday, along with a pension distribution programme under the Madhubabu Pension Yojana. The programme was jointly organised by the Odisha Government’s Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and the district administration.

The programme was held at the Khurda Municipal Town Hall under the chairmanship of District Collector Amit Ranjan. Odisha Minister for Law, Works and Excise, Prithviraj Harichandan, attended the event as the chief guest.

Government Committed to a Developed Odisha

Addressing the gathering, Minister Prithviraj Harichandan said that no eligible beneficiary would be excluded from the pension scheme. He highlighted several welfare initiatives undertaken by the state government, including additional financial benefits during paddy procurement, strengthening women’s financial independence through the Subhadra Yojana, and simplifying the pension distribution system.

He further stated that the people’s government was committed to fulfilling the vision of a Developed Odisha and a Developed India through various public welfare initiatives.

23,480 New Pension Beneficiaries in Khurda

In his presidential address, District Collector Amit Ranjan informed that 23,480 new beneficiaries had recently been included in the pension scheme in Khurda district.

He explained that eligible individuals could apply for pension benefits through the pension portal after attaining the age of 60. Beneficiaries would also become eligible for an increased pension amount after completing 80 years of age.

Integrated Pension Management Portal to Simplify Pension Services

The launch of the Integrated Pension Management Portal is an important step towards improving pension services in Odisha. Through the Integrated Pension Management Portal, eligible beneficiaries can access pension-related services more easily and apply for benefits without unnecessary difficulties. The new system aims to make pension management more transparent, accessible and efficient.

The Odisha Government has introduced the Integrated Pension Management Portal to strengthen social security services and ensure that eligible elderly people, widows and other beneficiaries receive their entitled benefits. The Integrated Pension Management Portal is expected to simplify the application and management process for pension schemes across the state.

MLAs Highlight Importance of Pension Scheme

Khurda MLA Prashant Kumar Jagdev, attending as an honoured guest, described the pension scheme as an important welfare initiative of the state government. He said that the scheme would help improve the financial condition of families and provide economic support to vulnerable sections of society.

Begunia MLA Pradeep Kumar Sahu stated that the old-age pension scheme would provide a new direction to society by ensuring financial security and dignity for elderly citizens.

Several Dignitaries Attend the Programme

Other distinguished guests included Zilla Parishad Chairperson Rupashree Rani Guman Singh and Vice-Chairperson Gopinath Maharana.

Chief Development Officer of the Zilla Parishad Jyotishankar Sahu, Sub-Collector Sankalpa Priya Sahu, Khurda Municipality Chairperson Kanak Laxmi Mahaji, and Khurda Panchayat Samiti Vice-Chairperson Prakash Chandra Samantaray also attended the programme.

The dignitaries highlighted the importance of the pension scheme in building an inclusive and prosperous society. They emphasised that social security initiatives play a significant role in supporting elderly people, widows, and other vulnerable groups.

Enhanced Pension Cheques Distributed to 24 Beneficiaries

During the programme, the chief guest distributed enhanced pension benefit cheques to 24 beneficiaries, including elderly men and women and widows.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by District Social Security Officer Dilip Hial.

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