Recently, a delegation of pensioners met with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. It is being reported that the pensioners are demanding a monthly pension of ₹7,500 along with a dearness allowance.
For reference, the EPFO pensioners are requesting a minimum pension amount that will be sufficient to cover all their expenses. This is why the meeting with the Finance Minister was arranged. If you are a pensioner and want to know what was discussed between the delegation and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, continue reading.
₹7500 Per Month EPFO Pension Hike 2025
Pensioners under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) receive very low minimum pensions. Due to this, a delegation of pensioners has demanded that, apart from the dearness allowance, retired employees should be given a minimum pension of ₹7,500 per month.
The employee delegation met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss these demands. The meeting was led by Commander Ashok Raut, the President of the National Movement Committee.
After the meeting, Ashok Raut stated that the Finance Minister assured them that their demands would be seriously considered. It is likely that a decision regarding the minimum pension scheme will be taken soon by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
EPFO Pension Hike 2025 Overview
| Department | Employees’ Provident Fund Organization |
| Name of Program | EPFO Pension Scheme |
| Minimum pension | ₹1000 |
| Demanded Amount | ₹7500 per month |
| Beneficiaries | Retired employees (EPFO pensioners) |
| Category | Latest News |
| Pensioners’ Portal | https://pensionersportal.gov.in/ |
| EPFO Official Website | https://www.epfindia.gov.in/ |
General Budget 2025 to be Presented in February
Ashok Raut mentioned that in the upcoming budget, the government may announce the minimum pension and dearness allowance. Pensioners are hoping to receive a minimum pension of ₹7,500, along with a dearness allowance.
Currently, the amount given to senior citizens to live a dignified life is very low. Therefore, the government should ensure that the minimum pension is raised to ₹7,500 in the upcoming budget.
It is important to note that Finance Minister Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for 2025-26 in February. It is expected that the suffering of pensioners will be addressed during the presentation of the budget in Parliament.
Pensioners Demand ₹7,500 Pension and Free Medical Services
Pensioners currently receive a minimum pension of ₹1,000. The pensioners’ delegation has demanded that this amount be increased to ₹7,500.
Additionally, they have also requested that free medical treatment services be provided to both pensioners and their spouses. After the meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Ashok Raut mentioned that the condition of retired employees is very poor.
Raut further claimed that in 2014, a minimum pension of ₹1,000 was announced for pensioners, but more than 36 lakh pensioners are still receiving even less than that. As a result, retired senior citizens are living in extremely miserable conditions.
FAQs
How can pensioners stay updated on pension-related information?
Pensioners can visit the official websites EPFO (www.epfindia.gov.in) and Pensioners Portal (pensionersportal.gov.in) for the latest updates.
How much is the current EPFO minimum pension?
The current minimum pension for EPFO pensioners is ₹1,000 per month.
What amount are pensioners demanding?
Pensioners are demanding a minimum pension of ₹7,500 per month along with a dearness allowance.