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NEW AGENDA ITEMS
| SI. No. PDF | Agenda Item PDF | Discussion/Decision on the agenda item PDF |
Ministry Health & Family Welfare | ||
| 1. | Availability of CGHS facilities at District level or reasonable rise in medical allowance | Approval has been accorded for opening of 29 new Wellness Centres across various cities (Bhilai, Durg, Narmadapuram, Bahadurgarh, Rewari, Rohtak, Dharmshala, Kangra, Patiala, Udupi, Shivmogga, Jamshedpur, Sabarmati, Bharatpur, Alwar, Haldwani, Nainital, Warangal, Tirupathi, Navi Mumbai, Hapur, Vasco-da-gama, Mangaluru, Udaipur, Kollam, Sahakarnagar, Bangalore, Hubli, Sambalpur & Greater Noida West). Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 2. | Request for an Attendance Allowance to the pensioners suffering from Parkinson/Dementia and other ailments, which require constant assistance for leading a dignified life | CGHS was requested to examine the request for an Attendance Allowance to the pensioners suffering from Parkinson/Dementia and other ailments. [Action: M/o Health & Family Welfare/CGHS] |
| 3. | Establishment of a full-fledged CGHS-type hospital in Jharkhand. | CGHS primarily functions through its network of Wellness Centres for outpatient services and through empanelled private hospitals for inpatient treatment. It does not establish standalone, full-fledged CGHS hospitals. Now, as per OM dated 22.12.2025, more Pvt. HCOs will be able get empanelled under CGHS in tier II and III cities which will ensure adequate access to patient care for CGHS beneficiaries in the state. However, opening of one new CGHS Wellness Centre in Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) is under process for which approval has already been accorded. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 4. | Revision of current referral-free limit of Rs.3,000/- regarding diagnostic tests under CGHS. | Beneficiaries aged 70 years and above (irrespective of card type Serving, Pensioner, etc.) may directly consult specialists at empanelled hospitals without prior referral from a CGHS Wellness Centre. For diagnostic tests/investigations (excluding CT scan, MRI) below ₹3,000, no additional endorsement is required, provided there is a valid prescription from the treating specialist. Where a referral has been issued by a CGIIS Wellness Centre, it remains valid for three months from the date of issue and upto 6 consultations. These provisions are intended to facilitate timely access to medical care, especially for senior beneficiaries. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 5. | Establishment of CGHS Wellness centre at Puri, Odisha | There is no such proposal under consideration for opening WC at Puri, Odisha. However, Health Care Organizations (HCOs) located in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, where there is no CGHS facilities are now eligible to be empanelled under CGHS as per the revised norms vide OM dated 22.12.2025, which will ensure adequate access to patient care for CGHS beneficiaries in the state. Further, CGHS beneficiaries are permitted to avail treatment without referral/endorsement at any Government hospital, including institutions such as AIIMS, other Institutions of National Importance (INIs), Northeastern regional institutes, Tata Memorial Hospital, as well as Government Medical Colleges and District Hospitals. Moreover, private hospitals in Puri can now seek direct empanelment under the revised norms issued vide O.M. dated 22nd December 2025 which allows for empanelment of HCOs falling in municipal limits of a district headquarters irrespective of availability of CGHS Wellness Centre in that city, thereby, providing easy access to healthcare facilities to the CGHS beneficiaries. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 6. | Timely settlement of medical claims | Timely settlement of medical reimbursement claims is a priority for CGHS. Claims are processed through an online system to ensure transparency, tracking, and faster disposal. In Addition, clear timelines have been prescribed for settlement of claims of treatment undertaken by pensioner beneficiaries at Private non-empanelled hospitals. The beneficiaries can track their MRCs on new MRC CGHS portal and also on myCGHS 2.0 app. Moreover, CGHS Directorate monitors the pendency on regular basis with Zonal/Additional Directors to ensure adherence to these timelines. Further, the credit bills of pensioners are processed on the newly revamped TMS (Transaction Management System) 2.0, effective since October 13, 2025, for faster tracking and settlement of private HCO bills. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 7. | OTP-based registration challenges at empanelled hospitals as OTP is sent to the primary beneficiary’s registered mobile number, which restricts accompanying family members from completing the registration process; Non-availability or substitution of prescribed medicines for critical patients, including temperature-sensitive injections | Identification of CGHS beneficiary at the point of care is an essential step for a cashless facility. CGHS is considering adding other means of verification to avoid inconvenience. CGHS would like to clarify the following:
CGHS procures quality-approved generic medicines from the Government organisation like MSO and PMBI (Janaushadi). If any medicine is temporarily unavailable, including temperature-sensitive injections, it is promptly arranged through Authorized Local Chemists (ALCs). Proper storage and cold-chain norms are followed for temperature sensitive medicines. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 8. | Expansion/Extension and proper staffing of CGHS WCs in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Belagavi, Coimbatore, and Sambhajinagar; Formulation of policies for empanelment of private hospitals where CGHS centers are not feasible | Rationalization of staff across Wellness Centres is undertaken periodically based on daily footfall. CGHS has initiated the process to empanel healthcare organisations irrespective of CGHS coverage area in tier II and III cities which enables the central government employees to avail treatment. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 9. | Providing option of getting FMA to those who are residing in CGHS covered areas | Fixed Medical Allowance (FMA) is granted as per the provisions of the applicable Pension Rules. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 10. | Opening of Ayurvedic Dispensary at Jammu and Establishment of Polyclinic at Jammu; Delay in settlement of MRCs and Shortage of Staff at WCs at Jammu | An AYUSH dispensary is operational in Jammu in the building of CGHS WC Jammu-2 at Trikutta Nagar Jammu. One doctor and one pharmacist are already posted and the procurement of ayurvedic medicines is under process. Establishment of polyclinic and Lab services at Thanser Jammu South, is under consideration. MRCs are being processed timely and the same is being reviewed by CGIIS Directorate in periodic review meetings. [Action: M/o Health & Family Welfare/CGHS] |
| 11. | Extension of home delivery of medicines under CGHS to reduce visits to Wellness Centres | CGHS was requested to examine the feasibility of home delivery of medicines under CGHS. [Action: M/o Health & Family Welfare/CGHS] |
| 12. | Need to strengthen and expand CGHS services and improve medicine availability | 29 new CGHS wellness centres have been sanctioned across India. The Ministry has recently notified comprehensive ‘Drug Procurement Policy’ to ensure the continuous availability of medicines. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 13. | Opening a new CGHS Wellness Centre at Badlapur and ensuring regular supply of quality medicines at CGHS centres | There is no such proposal for opening a CGHS WC at Badlapur, Maharashtra. Badlapur is 20 minutes drive from CGIIS WC Ambernath. CGHS is in the process of onboarding more and more Pvt.HCOs in non-CGHS covered areas (vide OM dated 22.12.2025). However, the Ministry has recently notified comprehensive ‘Drug Procurement Policy’ on 15th January 2026, to ensure uninterrupted availability of medicines at CGHS Wellness Centres. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
| 14. | Opening of new Wellness Centres at Barasat, Baruipur, and Patuli to case the existing burden on overworked centres at Airport and Rajdanga, ensuring smooth and humane medical treatment | There is no such proposal for opening a CGHS WC at CGHS Kolkatta. CGHS is in the process of onboarding more and more Pvt. HCOs in non-CGHS covered areas vide OM dated 22.12.2025, which will ensure adequate access to patient care for CGHS beneficiaries in the state. The number of WCs as on date in the state of West Bangal is 18 nos. Hence, the item may be treated as closed. |
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Tuesday, 16 June 2026
8वें वेतन आयोग के समक्ष ₹75 लाख ग्रेच्युटी की मांग और सुधार प्रस्तावों का विश्लेषण – सेवानिवृत्ति सुरक्षा की पुनर्कल्पना
8वें वेतन आयोग के समक्ष ₹75 लाख ग्रेच्युटी की मांग और सुधार प्रस्तावों का विश्लेषण – सेवानिवृत्ति सुरक्षा की पुनर्कल्पना
सेवानिवृत्ति सुरक्षा की पुनर्कल्पना: 8वें वेतन आयोग के समक्ष ₹75 लाख ग्रेच्युटी की मांग और सुधार प्रस्तावों का विश्लेषण
ज्ञापन (मेमोरेंडम) प्रस्तुत करने की विस्तारित समय-सीमा कल, 15 जून, 2026 को आधिकारिक रूप से समाप्त होने के साथ ही, 8वां वेतन आयोग अब विचार-विमर्श के एक अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण चरण में प्रवेश कर चुका है। पिछले कुछ महीनों में, कर्मचारी संघों, सरकारी कर्मियों और पेंशनभोगी कल्याण संस्थाओं के एक विविध गठबंधन ने मुआवजा ढांचे (compensation framework) के आधुनिकीकरण के उद्देश्य से व्यापक प्रस्ताव प्रस्तुत किए हैं। इनमें उठाए गए सबसे ज्वलंत मुद्दों में सेवानिवृत्ति-सह-मृत्यु ग्रेच्युटी (retirement-cum-death gratuity) नियमों में संरचनात्मक बदलाव शामिल है, जो सेवानिवृत्ति के बाद की वित्तीय सुरक्षा का एक महत्वपूर्ण स्तंभ है।
चूंकि आयोग आज से इन प्रस्तुतियों का मूल्यांकन शुरू कर रहा है, हितधारकों के बीच एक स्पष्ट आम सहमति उभरी है: वर्तमान आर्थिक वास्तविकताओं, मुद्रास्फीति और सेवानिवृत्त होने वाले लोक सेवकों की बढ़ती जरूरतों के अनुरूप मौजूदा ग्रेच्युटी ढांचे को पुनर्गठित (recalibrate) करने की सख्त आवश्यकता है।
मौजूदा ग्रेच्युटी प्रतिमान (प्रणाली)
प्रस्तावित सुधारों की व्यापकता को समझने के लिए, वर्तमान आधार रेखा (baseline) को स्थापित करना आवश्यक है। मौजूदा नियमों के तहत, सरकारी कर्मचारी न्यूनतम पांच वर्ष की अर्हक सेवा (qualifying service) पूरी करने के बाद ग्रेच्युटी के लिए पात्र हो जाते हैं (सेवा के दौरान मृत्यु होने की स्थिति में कानूनी उत्तराधिकारियों के लिए भी इसमें प्रावधान हैं)।
वर्तमान गणना और सीमा (capping) तंत्र सख्ती से परिभाषित हैं:
- गणना दर: अर्हक सेवा की प्रत्येक पूर्ण छह-महीने की अवधि के लिए एक महीने के मूल वेतन (Basic Pay) और महंगाई भत्ते (DA) का एक-चौथाई (1/4)।
- गुणक सीमा (Multiplier Cap): कर्मचारी की परिलब्धियों (emoluments) के 16.5 गुना पर निर्धारित अधिकतम भुगतान सीमा।
- पूर्ण सीमा (Absolute Ceiling): ₹25 लाख की समग्र वित्तीय सीमा।
यद्यपि इस प्रणाली ने ऐतिहासिक रूप से एक विश्वसनीय सुरक्षा जाल प्रदान किया है, लेकिन हितधारकों का तर्क है कि निश्चित सीमाएं और रूढ़िवादी गणना मेट्रिक्स जीवन यापन की बढ़ती लागत और सेवानिवृत्ति के बाद के स्वास्थ्य देखभाल खर्चों के साथ तालमेल बिठाने में विफल रहे हैं।
मुख्य प्रस्ताव: संरचनात्मक आधुनिकीकरण की ओर एक कदम
कल की समय-सीमा से पहले प्रस्तुत किए गए ज्ञापनों में कई आक्रामक सुधारों की रूपरेखा दी गई है। हालांकि विशिष्ट आंकड़े संगठनों के अनुसार भिन्न हैं, लेकिन मुख्य विषय (overarching theme) उच्च पूर्ण सीमा और अधिक उदार भुगतान सूत्र की मांग है।
| मापदंड | वर्तमान ढांचा | प्रस्तावित संशोधन |
| पूर्ण सीमा (Absolute Ceiling) | ₹25 लाख | ₹50 लाख से ₹75 लाख |
| गणना दर | 1/4 महीने का मूल वेतन + DA | 1/3 से 1/2 महीने का मूल वेतन + DA |
| गणना का आधार | 30-दिवसीय महीना | 25 कार्य दिवस (NC-JCM प्रस्ताव) |
| गुणक सीमा (Multiplier Cap) | परिलब्धियों का 16.5 गुना | सीमा हटाना, या 32 गुना तक वृद्धि |
प्रमुख हितधारकों की मांगें
- राष्ट्रीय परिषद – संयुक्त सलाहकार तंत्र (NC-JCM)
NC-JCM स्टाफ साइड ने सुधार के लिए सबसे मजबूत ढांचों में से एक प्रस्तुत किया है। वे पूर्ण ग्रेच्युटी सीमा को तीन गुना बढ़ाकर ₹75 लाख करने की वकालत करते हैं। इसके अलावा, वे गणना के गणित में एक बुनियादी बदलाव का प्रस्ताव करते हैं: 30-दिन के कैलेंडर महीने के बजाय 25-कार्य-दिवस के महीने के आधार पर ग्रेच्युटी का आकलन करना, और प्रत्येक छह महीने की सेवा अवधि के लिए आधे (1/2) महीने के मूल वेतन + डीए पर भुगतान की गणना करना। सबसे महत्वपूर्ण बात, वे 16.5 गुना परिलब्धि सीमा को पूरी तरह से हटाने की मांग कर रहे हैं।
- भारतीय रेलवे तकनीकी पर्यवेक्षक संघ (IRTSA)
दीर्घकालिक समर्पण को पुरस्कृत करने पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हुए, IRTSA ने पूर्ण सीमा को दोगुना करके ₹50 लाख करने का प्रस्ताव दिया है। उनकी अनुशंसित गणना दर प्रति छह महीने की अवधि के लिए मूल वेतन + डीए का एक-तिहाई (1/3) है। सरकारी सेवा में 33 वर्ष या उससे अधिक समय समर्पित करने वाले कर्मचारियों के लिए, IRTSA का प्रस्ताव है कि ग्रेच्युटी उपार्जन (accruals) को उनके मूल वेतन और डीए के 32 गुना तक की अनुमति दी जाए, जो प्रभावी रूप से वर्तमान गुणक सीमा को दोगुना कर देगा।
- सेवानिवृत्त और वरिष्ठ नागरिक कल्याण सोसायटी (RSCWS)
RSCWS ने अधिक समग्र और प्रणालीगत दृष्टिकोण अपनाया है। केवल तत्काल संख्यात्मक वृद्धि पर ध्यान केंद्रित करने के बजाय, उनका ज्ञापन एक ऐसे तंत्र की आवश्यकता पर जोर देता है जो ग्रेच्युटी सीमा के समय-समय पर संशोधन की अनुमति दे। वे पुरानी पेंशन योजना (OPS), राष्ट्रीय पेंशन प्रणाली (NPS) और एकीकृत पेंशन योजना (UPS) में सख्त समानता की वकालत भी करते हैं, ताकि यह सुनिश्चित किया जा सके कि सेवानिवृत्ति पर सभी समूहों को समय पर भुगतान प्राप्त हो।
सामाजिक-आर्थिक प्रभाव
यदि इन सिफारिशों को अपनाया जाता है, तो यह सरकार द्वारा अपने सेवानिवृत्त कार्यबल को मुआवजा देने के तरीके में एक व्यापक बदलाव का प्रतिनिधित्व करेगा। इन प्रस्तावों का मूल उद्देश्य सार्थक और मुद्रास्फीति-समायोजित मुआवजा प्रदान करना है जो दशकों की सार्वजनिक सेवा का सम्मान करता है।
सीमा को ₹50–₹75 लाख तक बढ़ाकर और प्रतिबंधात्मक गुणकों को हटाकर, प्रस्तावित ढांचा सीधे तौर पर उन सेवानिवृत्त कर्मचारियों की चिंताओं को दूर करता है जो लंबी जीवन प्रत्याशा और बढ़ती चिकित्सा लागतों का सामना कर रहे हैं। इसके अलावा, इन परिवर्तनों को लागू करने से सेवारत कर्मचारियों के लिए एक शक्तिशाली मनोबल बढ़ाने वाले कारक के रूप में काम होगा, जिससे एक अधिक समर्पित और सुरक्षित कार्यबल को बढ़ावा मिलेगा।
आगे की राह
15 जून की प्रस्तुति (submission) विंडो अब बंद होने के साथ ही, कार्रवाई का केंद्र पूरी तरह से 8वें वेतन आयोग पर स्थानांतरित हो गया है। आयोग को सरकार की व्यापक राजकोषीय वास्तविकताओं (fiscal realities) के सामने इन सुस्थापित कल्याणकारी मांगों को संतुलित करने के जटिल कार्य का सामना करना पड़ रहा है।
यद्यपि ये अभी केवल प्रस्ताव ही हैं, लेकिन विभिन्न कर्मचारी संघों के बीच अभूतपूर्व एकजुटता बदलाव के लिए एक मजबूत जनादेश का संकेत देती है। गहन विचार-विमर्श के बाद अपेक्षित अंतिम सिफारिशों में, जीवन के सांध्यकाल में लाखों सरकारी कर्मचारियों और उनके परिवारों के लिए वित्तीय सुरक्षा को महत्वपूर्ण रूप से पुनर्परिभाषित करने की क्षमता है।
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Monday, 15 June 2026
8th Pay Commission Memorandum submission Deadline Today : Association, Employees and Pensioners Make Unified Final Push
8th Pay Commission Memorandum submission Deadline Today : Association, Employees and Pensioners Make Unified Final Push
June 15, 2026: Today marks the absolute final deadline for all central government employee unions, defense federations, and pensioners’ associations to submit their crucial memorandums to the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC). With the extended submission window closing tonight, stakeholders across all generations of public service are making a coordinated final push to lock in critical demands that will reshape salaries, pensions, and welfare benefits for the next decade.
The Commission has firmly stated that hard copies, standalone PDFs, or physical emails will not be entertained; all final proposals must be filed electronically tonight via the official digital frameworks.
Working Employees Demand ₹52,600 Minimum Pay and Fair Upgrades
For active personnel, the focus centers heavily on countering inflation, correcting historic pay anomalies, and maximizing career progression:
- The Minimum Pay Benchmark: Active staff unions, led by organizations like the Indian Railways Technical Supervisors Association (IRTSA), are fiercely advocating to elevate the baseline minimum pay to ₹52,600 to reflect modern economic standards.
- Aggressive Fitment Factors: Employees are pushing for a progressive, tiered fitment structure—2.92 for lower levels, rising to 3.50 for Levels 6–8, and reaching 3.80 for supervisory Levels 9–12.
- Career Progression: Joint representations from the National Council (JCM) staff side emphasize the necessity for upgraded career milestones, including a 5th MACP tier and guaranteed minimum ₹10,000 increments upon promotion.
Pensioners Fight for Post-Retirement Security and Healthcare Parity
Simultaneously, millions of central government, railway, and defense retirees are utilizing this final window to ensure post-retirement security is fully addressed by the panel:
- RSCWS Perspectives: The Railway Senior Citizens Welfare Society (RSCWS) has submitted a comprehensive memorandum detailing core senior citizen demands, focusing heavily on pension parity and inflation cushioning.
- Notional Increment Protections: Retirees are calling for absolute uniformity in utilizing notional increments (for those retiring on June 30 or December 31) to accurately compute baseline and family pensions.
- Systemic Anomalies: Key submissions focus on resolving frustrating SPARSH portal issues, correcting One Rank One Pension (OROP) table disparities, and securing seamless transitions for CGHS and ECHS medical memberships.
Immediate Action Required for Upcoming Regional Visits
Today also serves as the final deadline to request formal appointments for the commission’s upcoming regional tours. The 8th CPC has finalized its immediate interactive itinerary across key zones:
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Scheduled for June 22–23, 2026.
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha: Scheduled for July 6–7, 2026.
- Kolkata, West Bengal: Scheduled for July 9–10, 2026.
How to Submit Your Memorandum Tonight
All unrepresented bodies, localized associations, and individual government personnel must file their views before midnight using the official channels. Submissions can be submitted electronically using the MyGov Innovate India Portal or directly updated via the structured format on the Official 8th Central Pay Commission Portal. Ensure all text summaries stay within the mandatory portal character limits before processing final attachments.
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| SL No. | Agenda Item | Discussion/Decision on the agenda item |
| Department of Posts | ||
| 3. | Department of Posts should opt one of the two available options i.e. BHAVISHYA Portal & SAMPANN Portal as soon as possible for smooth settlement of pension cases. | It has been decided by the Department of Posts that entire exit management (eight such type of exits i.e. retirement, VRS, removal etc.) of an employee from service will be carried out through this Department’s computerized automatic Module i.e. Exit Management Module. This in-house application of the Department will be operational by the end of this year. Till such time, the existing system will which is running smoothly without any problem. [Action: D/o Posts] |
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