In a significant move, the government announced on Thursday its decision to establish the 8th Pay Commission, aimed at revising the salaries of central government employees and the allowances of pensioners. This decision was approved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and disclosed by Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
"The Prime Minister has approved the 8th Central Pay Commission for central government employees," Vaishnaw stated, adding that the Commission's chairman and two members will be appointed shortly.
The term of the 7th Pay Commission, constituted in 2014, is set to end in 2026. To ensure a seamless transition, the new Commission is scheduled to be set up in 2025, enabling the recommendations to be implemented promptly. The 7th Pay Commission’s recommendations, which were implemented on January 1, 2016, have guided the salary structures and allowances for over 49 lakh central government employees and approximately 65 lakh pensioners.
Vaishnaw emphasized that the new Pay Commission will hold consultations with central and state governments, along with other stakeholders, to finalize its proposals.
Since independence, the government has constituted seven pay commissions, each playing a pivotal role in determining salary structures, benefits, and allowances for government employees. The recommendations often set benchmarks followed by state-owned organizations and state governments.
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to address key concerns, including cost-of-living adjustments, inflationary trends, and pension reforms, to improve the welfare of employees and retirees.
The announcement has garnered attention from central government employees and pensioners, who look forward to potential increases in pay and allowances. Such revisions are critical in aligning salaries with economic changes and ensuring equitable compensation for government personnel.
The establishment of the new Pay Commission reflects the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of its workforce and maintaining a responsive governance structure. Further updates on the Commission’s formation and its preliminary recommendations are anticipated in the coming months.
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