Three lakh more beneficiaries would be included in the ongoing social security pension schemes in the State.
“My aim is to include all eligible beneficiaries in the social security network. I am keen to announce that the state government has decided to include three lakh more beneficiaries in the social security pension schemes for which I have asked the concerned department to complete the process of selection of beneficiaries by August 15,” Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced on Saturday.
The State Government would spend an additional Rs 115 crore from its exchequer for the purpose annually.
“My Government has always given top priority to the social security of the poor people to ensure a smile on their faces. Old men and women, widows and physically challenged persons have the right to live with dignity in the society. At present, about 40 lakh beneficiaries are availing the benefits of various social security pension schemes,” said Patnaik.