Taking a significant step towards providing financial security to the state’s senior citizens, the Punjab government has released ₹1,423.33 crore under the old-age pension scheme for the current financial year. According to the government, over 23.77 lakh elderly individuals are currently benefiting from this scheme. It is considered one of the state’s most important and.
Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that the state government is working with full commitment towards its senior citizens. In a press release, the Chief Minister’s office made a humble appeal to senior citizens, stating that if they feel neglected in their living situation, they should immediately contact their nearest Maintenance Tribunal.
Earlier, the Election Commission announced 'vote-from-home' facilities for citizens over 85 years of age and persons with disabilities for the Lok Sabha elections.
Polling parties began reaching residences of voters who opted for home voting. Election officials said that 36,558 voters have opted for home voting in the first phase on 12 seats
