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8th Pay Commission demand Rs 72000 minimum and 4x fitment factor sparks debate
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Published on 24 April 2026
A union wants increments to double and coverage widen
The Bharatiya Pratiraksha Mazdoor Sangh (BPMS) has tabled bold proposals for the 8th Pay Commission, seeking a minimum basic pay of Rs 72,000 and a fitment factor of 4.0. It also wants annual increments to rise from 3% to 6% and salary calculations to cover five family units, arguing for a major upgrade in pay structure.
- BPMS wants minimum basic pay set at Rs 72,000
- The proposed fitment factor is 4.0 for a steep hike
- Annual increment demand rises from 3% to 6%
- Salary coverage in computation should extend to five family units
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