LatestCorporate Compliance 11 November 2026
Pensioners Urge Labour Ministry to Reverse EPFO EPS Increase Proposal
In a November 7, 2026 letter to Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the National Confederation of Pensioners' Associations demanded the withdrawal of an EPFO circular that rejects exempted employees’ claims for a higher EPS pension, arguing it violates their rightful benefits and calling for prompt corrective action.
Pensioners demand EPFO circular be pulled
The National Confederation of Pensioners' Associations sent a formal letter to Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on 7 Nov 2026, asking the ministry to withdraw an EPFO circular that blocks exempted employees from receiving a higher EPS pension.
- The circular is seen as denying pensioners a benefit they are legally entitled to.
- Pension groups say the move could erode retirement security for millions.
- They request an immediate review and reversal of the decision.
For full details see the Economic Times report.
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