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Modi Approves Eighth Pay Commission for 1.2 Crore Employees

1/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greenlit the formation of the Eighth Central Pay Commission, aimed at revising salaries for around 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. Set to commence in 2025, the commission promises timely recommendations, impacting over 1.2 crore lives before the current commission's term concludes in 2026.

History

Historical Context

The formation of the Eighth Central Pay Commission in India reflects a historical pattern of salary revisions for government employees, initiated post-independence in 1947. Previous commissions, including the seventh in 2016, aimed to address rising living costs and employee welfare. This commission's establishment underscores ongoing efforts to maintain public sector morale and adapt to economic changes, impacting over 1.2 crore individuals.

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Story summary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greenlit the formation of the Eighth Central Pay Commission, aimed at revising salaries for around 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. Set to commence in 2025, the commission promises timely recommendations, impacting over 1.2 crore lives before the current commission's term concludes in 2026.

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