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Indore NPS Workshop Highlights Security as DRI Seizes Amphetamine
A workshop in Indore taught small businesses how workers can save for retirement through the National Pension System.
PFRDA official Abhishek Dhiman said NPS may help employees have money and dignity after they stop working.
Industry representatives encouraged employers to support regular contributions.
Pension fund representatives explained how to register and what benefits are available.
In a separate case, DRI officers stopped a bus passenger at a toll plaza.
They found four packets containing a substance that tested positive for amphetamine.
The packets weighed 2,067 grams including their packaging and were valued at about Rs 1.6 crore.
The passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act, and the investigation continues.
PFRDA Assistant Manager Abhishek Dhiman said NPS can provide MSME employees financial security and dignified retirement.
PFRDA and the Association of Industries Madhya Pradesh held an NPS awareness workshop for local MSMEs in Indore.
State Bank Pension Fund and UTI Pension Fund representatives explained registration, benefits, tax exemptions and investment options.
DRI officers seized 2,067 grams of amphetamine, including packaging weight, at the Indore-Dewas Toll Plaza.
One passenger travelling by bus from Delhi to Indore was arrested, and further investigation is underway.
- Who
- PFRDA, the Association of Industries Madhya Pradesh, pension fund representatives, and DRI officers; one passenger was arrested in the drug case.
- What
- An NPS awareness workshop was held for MSMEs, while DRI seized amphetamine and arrested a passenger.
- Where
- The workshop was held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh; the seizure occurred at the Indore-Dewas Toll Plaza.
- When
- The workshop took place on Thursday; the drug seizure and arrest occurred on Wednesday.
- Why
- The workshop aimed to promote retirement security and financial inclusion among MSME workers; DRI acted on intelligence about suspected drug trafficking.
Key facts
- Pension system
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Workshop organisers
- Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority and Association of Industries Madhya Pradesh
- Workshop audience
- Local micro, small and medium enterprises in Indore
- Drug seized
- 2,067 grams of amphetamine, including packaging weight
- Estimated drug value
- Rs 1.6 crore
- Arrest location
- Indore-Dewas Toll Plaza
- Legal action
- Seizure made under the NDPS Act, 1985
Sources
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