Punjab Govt releases over ₹3,806 crore under Old Age Pension Scheme in 2025–26 to uphold ‘Our Elders, Our Pride’: Dr. Baljit Kaur
More than 23.62 lakh senior citizens receiving ₹1,500 monthly pension with dignity & security: Dr. Baljit Kaur
₹4,100 crore budgetary provision ensures timely & transparent pension disbursement to elderly: Dr. Baljit Kaur
Delay or negligence in pension distribution will not be tolerated, strict action against erring officials: Dr. Baljit Kaur
Ensuring safety, dignity and happiness of senior citizens key to realizing dream of Rangla Punjab: Dr. Baljit Kaur
CHANDIGARH, 11th February 2026 (WISHAVWARTA);- Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur on Wednesday said that under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, 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.”
Underlining the broader vision of the government, Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur added, “Senior citizens are the custodians of Punjab’s social heritage, wisdom and values. Their safety, dignity and happiness are essential to realizing the dream of a ‘Rangla Punjab.’ The government is firmly resolved to ensure that every elderly citizen spends their later years free from worry, with dignity and strong government support, so that Punjab continues to remain prosperous, secure and vibrant.”
