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Old pension group pushes 65000 minimum pay and 3 8 fitment factor to 8th Pay Commission
Economy
Published on 6 May 2026

They want 65000 minimum basic pay for all
Representatives of the Maharashtra Old Pension Organization met the 8th Pay Commission in Pune, pressing for a Rs 65,000 minimum basic pay and a 3.8 fitment factor for central government employees. They also demanded a minimum 4% rise in DA, changes to HRA and TA, quicker career progression, and pension reforms for UPS subscribers.
- Maharashtra group urges Rs 65,000 minimum basic pay
- Fitment factor demand: 3.8 for central employees
- Calls for minimum 4% DA, updated HRA and TA
- Seeks pension reforms for UPS subscribers
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