Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Himachal Pradesh to Implement Monthly Social Security Pensions
The government in Himachal Pradesh is changing how it pays pensions.
Instead of waiting three months, people will now get their money every month.
This is for people like the elderly, disabled, widows, and transgender individuals.
A minister said this new plan will be faster and easier to use.
About 48,415 people in Bilaspur will get their payments this way.
People can apply for the pension online, using computers or phones.
The government has sent a request for money to help make this new system work.
Himachal Pradesh will now disburse social security pensions monthly.
The new system aims for greater transparency and efficiency.
48,415 people in Bilaspur currently receive social security pensions.
Pensioners can apply online through Lokmitra Kendras or mobile phones.
A budget proposal of Rs 7.25 crore has been sent for implementation.
- Who
- 48,415 social security pension recipients.
- What
- Monthly social security pensions will be disbursed.
- When
- The new system has been introduced recently.
- Where
- Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh.
- Why
- To provide timely financial assistance and streamline the process.
- Location
- Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh
- Number of Beneficiaries
- 48,415
- Pension Distribution
- Monthly
- Eligibility Criteria
- Senior citizens, persons with disabilities, widows, divorced and single women, leprosy patients, and transgender persons
- Online Application
- Available through Lokmitra Kendras and mobile phones
- Budget Approval
- Rs 7.25 crore requested