Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Punjab Releases Rs 2,150 Crore for Social Security Schemes
The Punjab government has released over Rs 2,150 crore for various social security schemes.
This includes Rs 1,423 crore for the Old Age Pension Scheme, which helps around 23.77 lakh senior citizens.
Another Rs 727.40 crore has been given to other schemes, benefiting nearly 12.13 lakh people, including widows and dependent children.
The government aims to improve the lives of senior citizens and other vulnerable sections by ensuring timely release of pensions and financial assistance.
They have also directed officials to make sure no eligible beneficiary is left out and to process new applications quickly and transparently.
Punjab government released over Rs 2,150 crore for social security schemes.
Rs 1,423 crore allocated for Old Age Pension Scheme, benefiting 23.77 lakh senior citizens.
Rs 727.40 crore disbursed for other schemes, aiding 12.13 lakh people.
Total budget allocation for 2026-27 is Rs 6,130 crore.
Government aims to improve lives of senior citizens and vulnerable sections.
- Who
- Punjab Government
- What
- Released Rs 2,150 crore for social security schemes
- When
- Current financial year up to June 2026
- Where
- Punjab, India
- Why
- To ensure uninterrupted disbursal of social security pensions and other benefits
Government Efficiency
Beneficiary Access
Fund Disbursement
Government Efficiency
The government has efficiently released funds to ensure uninterrupted disbursal of social security pensions.
Beneficiary Access
Ensuring all eligible beneficiaries receive their benefits without delay is crucial.
- Total Funds Released
- Rs 2,150 crore
- Old Age Pension Funds
- Rs 1,423 crore
- Other Schemes Funds
- Rs 727.40 crore
- Total Beneficiaries
- 35.90 lakh
- Senior Citizens Beneficiaries
- 23.77 lakh
- Other Beneficiaries
- 12.13 lakh
- Budget Allocation
- Rs 6,130 crore
