8th Pay Commission Holds Consultations in Chandigarh and Bengaluru on Pay Revisions
The 8th Central Pay Commission is conducting state visits to Chandigarh from September 16-18 and Bengaluru from October 7-8 to consult with employee unions, pensioner associations, and other stakeholders. Chaired by former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, the commission aims to gather opinions and data to inform recommendations on pay, allowances, and pensions for over one crore central government employees and pensioners, including defence and railway personnel. Stakeholders must submit appointment requests by specified deadlines to participate.
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