CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches enhanced pension for octogenarians and Divyangs

Around 4,17,496 individuals in the state will benefit from this change
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi lighting the ceremonial lamp during a state-level function at Dharanidhar University in Keonjhar on Wednesday
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi lighting the ceremonial lamp during a state-level function at Dharanidhar University in Keonjhar on Wednesday (Photo | Express)
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BHUBANESWAR: Fulfilling yet another promise made by the BJP before the elections, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday launched the enhanced pension for citizens aged 80 and above as well as for those with 80 per cent or more disability.

Distributing the enhanced pension to a select few at a state-level programme in Dharanidhar University, Keonjhar, the chief minister said approximately 4,17,496 individuals in the state including 9,913 from Keonjhar district will benefit from this change.

All beneficiaries of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) and Madhu Babu Pension Scheme (MBPS) will now receive an increased monthly pension of Rs 3,500. With this, each pensioner will now get an additional amount of Rs 2,300 from the previous pension of Rs 1,200 per month.

Expressing happiness in launching the programme, Majhi said, “A society where elderly citizens, the differently-abled and the needy are respected and honoured is an ideal society. Elderly citizens are the temples of our trust and faith. This marks a significant step towards ensuring dignity and financial security of the elderly and disabled persons.”

The chief minister further said he has always prioritised the elderly and differently-abled individuals who visited the CM’s grievance cell to air their grievances, by giving a patient hearing to their concerns and attempting for early resolutions to their problems. “Assisting the poor, differently-abled and needy brings me immense satisfaction, which I consider the greatest achievement of my life,” he added.

Referring to the pact with the Centre for implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in the state which will provide better healthcare to the poor and needy, Majhi pointed out that despite being in power for just seven months, his government has taken several significant steps for the welfare of the people.

“People from rural areas will now have access to quality healthcare in top ranking hospitals in cities. The state government is working tirelessly for the welfare of the people, including tribals, the poor and the backward communities. The government aims to provide equal opportunities and happiness to all,” he said.

On industrial development, Majhi announced that a mega steel plant will soon be established in Keonjhar. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the steel plant will be signed during the upcoming Make in Odisha conclave in Bhubaneswar, he said.

The state government has also decided to establish industries and factories in all districts, promoting overall development, Majhi said further urging everyone to work together for the comprehensive development of Keonjhar district and the state.

On the day, he handed over the enhanced old-age pension to Rakshakar Jena, Yogendra Nayak and Rajani Mahanti, and the disability pension to beneficiaries Satyabhama Sethi, Anirudha Das and Jayakrushna Mahant from Keonjhar district.

Ministers, MPs, MLAs and district collectors attended similar programmes organised in different districts across the state.

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