State Government Raises Pension for Divyang and Senior Citizens

Bhubaneswar:The state government has increased the pension amount for persons with disabilities (Divyang) and senior citizens. Individuals aged 80 years and above, as well as those with 80% or more disability, will now receive a monthly pension of ₹3,500. Beneficiaries will start receiving this enhanced pension from the month of June. The state government has issued instructions regarding this to all District Social Security Officers (DSSOs)