Good news for senior citizens: Pension Adalat to be held on October 12 and 13

If you have a grievance regarding your pension, a 'Pension Adalat' (Pension Court) is being organized in Gurugram on October 12 and 13. Here, employees can present their issues to the relevant officials.

For many, the monthly pension serves as the lifeline for daily expenses after retirement, enabling them to purchase everything from medicines to essential items. If complications arise regarding the disbursement of this crucial pension or related matters, where can one lodge a complaint? To resolve such pension-related issues, a Pension Adalat is now being organized.

If you wish to raise a grievance concerning your pension, you can visit the Pension Adalat in Gurugram and present your issues to the officials. Punctuality is essential for attending this session; if you seek a resolution for a pension-related matter, please arrive at the venue in Gurugram by 10:30 AM on the scheduled date.

When will the Pension Adalat be held?

This Pension Adalat is being organized specifically to resolve pension-related issues faced by pensioners in Haryana. It is scheduled for October 12 and 13. However, please ensure you carry the necessary documents with you when attending the session.

Keep these documents handy

If you are attending the Pension Adalat, make sure to carry documents such as your Aadhaar card, papers related to your grievance, and the Pension Payment Order (PPO).

Where will the Adalat be held?

A key question is the venue of the event in Gurugram. The Adalat will be held at Ramanujan Hall, Science Block (First Floor), Gurugram. However, if you are under the impression that this court is exclusively for retired employees—or that only retirees can lodge complaints regarding pension-related issues—that is not the case.

Current employees in Haryana who are GPF members can also raise complaints about pension-related matters. In other words, this court is not limited to retirees; serving employees can also present their grievances to the officials.

What makes this court special?

You may have heard of the *Lok Adalat* (People's Court), which resolves disputes related to traffic challans, utility bills (electricity and water), and other minor issues. Similarly, a 'Pension Adalat' is organized to address pension-related problems. In this court, complaints and supporting documents are examined so that the matter can be understood and the resolution process initiated.