CHANDIGARH: Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur on Wednesday said that the Punjab Government regards senior citizens not merely as an important section of society, but as its living heritage and pride. She said the government has translated the vision of “Our Elders, Our Pride” into concrete action by releasing over ₹3, 806 crore under the Old Age Pension Scheme during the financial year 2025–26, up to January 2026.
The Minister further stated, “More than 23.62 lakh eligible elderly beneficiaries across Punjab are receiving regular financial assistance under the Old Age Pension Scheme. Every eligible senior citizen is being provided a monthly pension of ₹1, 500, enabling them to lead their daily lives with dignity, security and independence.”
Highlighting the government’s commitment to seamless delivery, Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur said, “To ensure timely and transparent disbursement of pension to all beneficiaries, the Punjab Government has made a budgetary provision of ₹4, 100 crore, ensuring that no eligible senior citizen faces inconvenience in receiving their rightful support.”
The Cabinet Minister also issued strict directions to departmental officers and said, “Pension payments must reach every eligible beneficiary on time and without any hindrance. Any delay, negligence or lapse in the distribution of pension will not be tolerated, and strict action will be taken against the responsible officials in accordance with rules.”