Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Transfers ₹1,227.27 Crore to Over 1.11 Crore Pension Beneficiaries Ahead of Assembly Elections

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar transferred ₹1.227.27 crore to over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under pension schemes ahead of the state assembly elections. The fund was transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to beneficiaries of six different pension schemes, including old age, widow, and differently-abled persons. The pension amount was increased from ₹400 to ₹1,100 per month. The highest number of beneficiaries were from Madhubani district, while the lowest were from Sheikhpura. The beneficiaries expressed gratitude and thanked Kumar for the increased pension amount.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar transferred ₹1.227.27 crore to over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under various pension schemes ahead of the state assembly elections. The fund was disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to beneficiaries of six different pension schemes, including old age, widow, and differently-abled persons. The pension amount was increased from ₹400 to ₹1,100 per month, marking a significant step towards social welfare and financial dignity for the elderly and vulnerable sections of society.

The Chief Minister launched the enhanced pension initiative at a state-level event in Patna, highlighting the government's commitment to ensuring a dignified life for the elderly. The increased pension amount will provide substantial relief and support to millions across the state, including senior citizens, widows, the differently-abled, and transgender individuals.

The highest number of beneficiaries were from Madhubani district, with 5,53,848 beneficiaries, followed by Patna with 5,26,339 beneficiaries. Sheikhpura district had the lowest count of beneficiaries, with 71,971, where a total of Rs 7.95 crore was disbursed. Among the transgender pension beneficiaries, Jamui accounted for the highest number with 69 individuals, followed by Nalanda with 22, Sitamarhi with 17, and Supaul, Patna, West Champaran, Gaya, and Rohtas with 14, 13, and 12 each, respectively.

The beneficiaries expressed gratitude and thanked Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for the increased pension amount. Rita Devi, a beneficiary from Belaganj Panchayat of Purnia district, and Mona Devi, a resident of Bodh Gaya block of Gayaji district, both expressed their happiness and gratitude for the increased pension, which will help manage their child's education and household expenses.

The Bihar government has been consistently working towards the empowerment and welfare of women, setting an example in terms of women's education, security, and employment. The government's inclusive approach to social welfare reflects its commitment to providing financial security and dignity to all sections of society.

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