New Rules On Disability Pension For Armed Forces Personnel Announced | DETAILS Sparsh

 

New Rules On Disability Pension For Armed Forces Personnel Announced | DETAILS

Project SPARSH
  • The System for Pension Administration (Raksha) (SPARSH) is an initiative of the Ministry of Defence which aims at providing comprehensive solution to the administration of pension to the defence pensioners in line with the vision of the government of India of Digital India, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and “Minimal Government, Maximum Governance” as envisaged in Para 126 of the Budget Speech of 2017-18
  • “A comprehensive web based interactive Pension Disbursement System for Defence Pensioners will be established. This system will receive pension proposals and make payments centrally. This will reduce the grievances of defence pensioners.”
  • At the centre of this initiative is the Defence Pensioner who will be given a completely transparent view of his pension account through a platform which will capture and maintain a complete history of events and entitlements the pensioner right from the date of commencement of pension to the date of cessation of pension due to his/her last eligible beneficiary.
  • This system will be administered by the Defence Accounts Department through the Principal Controller of Defence Accounts (Pensions) , Prayagraj and shall cater to all the three Services and allied organisations. The system will initially cater to the new retirees on roll out and subsequently be extended to cover the existing defence pensioners.
  • The system would cater to all activities of the pension cycle namely:
    • Initiation and Sanction
    • Disbursement
    • Revision
    • Service and Grievance Request Management

New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Saturday introduced new casualty pension and disability compensation awards to armed forces personnel. Titled ‘Entitlement Rules for Casualty Pension and Disability Compensation Awards to Armed Forces Personnel, 2023’, the new rules were issued on September 21.

All other previous entitlements will cease to exist. "The Entitlement Rules for Casualty Pension & Disability Compensation Awards to Armed Forces Personnel (ER), which stipulates the conditions for the award of Death/ Disability Compensation to Armed Forces personnel have been revised & promulgated with effect from 21 Sep 23," the Integrated Defence Staff said.

The new entitlement rules incorporate recommendations of a Study Group, which comprised members from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare and MoD (Fin). The study group was mandated to update the ER by incorporating all relevant policy changes brought about since ER, 2008 was issued.

Notably, no changes have been made either in the nature or the extent of death/ disability compensation that is awarded to entitled personnel. "This will have a prospective effect and takes care of the genuine interest of all our soldiers, veterans and widows," the Integrated Defence Staff stated.

In the new rules, the term ‘disability element' has been replaced by the term ‘impairment relief’ It will now include lifestyle diseases like hypertension and Type-2 diabetes. As per The Economic Times report, disability pension eligibility is applicable to armed forces personnel who contracted diseases or disabilities during duty.

Notably, a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report raised concerns regarding the high percentage of officers claiming disability pensions, after that an inter-services panel reviewed the existing rules.

Popular posts from this blog

MNS 2023 selection by Military Brat Officials Defence Academy

Image
Congratulations to all the dedicated MNS aspirants who diligently prepared with unwavering determination at the Military Brat Official Defence Academy. Today, their hard work has borne fruit as they've been selected, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of them. It's a moment of pride and joy for us as we witness the culmination of their efforts and the dedication of the entire team at Military Brat Official. Priyanka Chauhan mam's invaluable assistance played a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring these aspiring individuals, helping them advance towards their dreams and goals. Her support and expertise have been a beacon for these young aspirants on their journey to success. Looking ahead, as we embark on a new chapter, our new batches for 2024 have already started their journey towards a future in the defence services. To those aspiring candidates who wish to enroll and be a part of our esteemed academy, we encourage you to downlo...
Learn More

Sucessful story of Neet AFMC cadet From Karnataka : Rajesh PM son of a Farmer

Image
Rajesh PM's extraordinary journey from the rural heartlands of KARNATAKA to becoming a successful cadet in the esteemed Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) is a source of immense inspiration. Born into a family of farmers, Rajesh's resolute pursuit of his dreams, coupled with relentless preparation, has catapulted him to a position of distinction in the Armed Forces medical stream. Under the guidance of Priyanka Chauhan Ma'am, the founder and Director of Military Brat Officials Defence Academy, Rajesh embarked on a year-long odyssey of rigorous training, preparing for the multifaceted selection process that would determine his future. Today, we celebrate his remarkable journey and extend our heartfelt congratulations for his well-deserved success. Neet AFMC Hunter batch available online On MBO Application Rajesh's story is a testament to the fact that the human spirit knows no bounds when it comes to achieving one's aspirations. Hailing from the picture...
Learn More

How to Crack MNS 2024 CBT Exam and Interview : By Military Brat Officials Defence Academy

Image
Cracking the MNS 2024 Examination and succeeding in the Psychological Assessment Test (PAT) and interview requires careful preparation. Here are some tips and information on the "MNS Hunter Batch 2024" by Military Brat Officials Defence Academy: **MNS 2024 Examination Tips**: By Priyanka Chauhan Ma'am founder Director Military Brat Officials Defence Academy 1. **Understand the Exam Pattern**: Familiarize yourself with the MNS 2024 exam pattern, including the subjects, number of questions, and time constraints. 2. **Study Material**: Utilize recommended study materials and previous years' question papers to comprehend the syllabus and question types. 3. **Time Management**: Create a well-structured study schedule to allocate sufficient time to each subject. Focus on your weak areas while also revising your strengths. 4. **Practice Regularly**: Enhance your time management and accuracy by practicing mock tests and sample papers in a computer-based format. 5. **Maintain ...
Learn More