CHANDIGARH: Under its continued efforts for the welfare of senior citizens in the state, the Punjab Government has disbursed an amount of ₹2055.05 crore under the Old Age Pension Scheme till August 2025. This was disclosed by the Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur.
The Minister informed that during this period, as many as 23.09 lakh elderly beneficiaries availed the benefits of the scheme. She further added that for the current financial year, the State Government has earmarked a budget of ₹4100 crore for the Old Age Pension Scheme.
Dr. Baljit Kaur said, “Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is fully committed to the welfare of our senior citizens. Our approach is clear – ‘Our Elders, Our Pride’ – and any delay or interruption in pension disbursement will not be tolerated.”
Issuing strict directions to officials, Dr. Baljit Kaur emphasized that pensions must be credited to the beneficiaries within the stipulated time frame. She cautioned that any negligence or delay in this regard will invite stern action against the responsible officers, irrespective of their position or rank.
The Minister further stated that the social security schemes being run by the Punjab Government serve as a fundamental support for the social and economic security of the elderly. She assured that every entitled beneficiary will receive these benefits seamlessly and without hindrance.