Dehradun: The Dhami government in Uttarakhand has opened its coffers to provide increased pensions to statehood activists. This includes pensions for families of martyrs and increased pensions for statehood activists. CM Dhami has approved this.
Increase in pensions for statehood activists: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Uttarakhand government has taken a significant decision towards the honor and welfare of statehood activists and their dependents. Following the Chief Minister’s instructions, the state government has approved an increase in the monthly pension amount for various categories. This decision is being seen as a sign of the government’s commitment and respect for the sacrifices and dedication of those involved in the statehood movement.
Pension increased for those who were jailed or injured for the state: According to the government’s decision, the monthly pension of agitators who were jailed for seven days or injured during the Uttarakhand statehood movement has been increased from ₹6,000 to ₹7,000. This increase will bring relief to those agitators who played an active role in the fight for statehood and faced difficult circumstances.
Pension increased by ₹1,000 for other state agitators: Similarly, the pension of agitators other than those who were jailed or injured has also been increased. Agitators falling in this category will now receive a monthly pension of ₹5,500 instead of ₹4,500. The government believes that all those who contributed to the statehood movement should receive equal respect and support.
Pension increased by ₹30,000 for those who became disabled during the statehood movement: The most significant decision has been taken for those agitators who became completely bedridden due to disability during the movement. The special pension for such agitators has been increased from ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per month. This increase has been made keeping in mind the increasing expenses related to their medical and care, to help them live a better life.
Pension of families of martyred agitators also increased: The pension of dependents of agitators martyred in the statehood movement has also been significantly increased. While previously receiving a pension of ₹3000 per month, it has now been increased to ₹5500 per month. This decision reflects the government’s sensitivity and responsibility towards the families of the martyrs.
CM remembers the sacrifices of the statehood agitators: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the sacrifices and dedication of the Uttarakhand statehood agitators will always be remembered. He said that the struggles and sacrifices that made the formation of the state possible can never be forgotten. The state government is fully committed to the respect, security, and socio-economic empowerment of the agitators and their families.
Dhami described the pension increase as the government’s gratitude to the state’s agitators: The Chief Minister also clarified that this decision is not limited to financial assistance, but rather a symbol of the government’s gratitude to the state’s agitators and their dependents. The government will continue to take necessary steps to protect their interests and ensure their welfare in the future. This decision will directly benefit thousands of agitators and their families and send a message that the state government recognizes their contributions and stands with them.
