Millions of central government employees and pensioners across the country have been waiting for the implementation of the Eighth Pay Commission for a long time. While it may take some more time, the Commission recently extended the deadline for submitting recommendations. Now, significant news is emerging regarding this matter.

The Commission is discussing:
According to media reports, the Commission has started its round of discussion meetings with employee unions and staff representatives across the country. This round of discussion was completed in Delhi between 28th and 30th April. In this, many important issues related to salary hike and allowances were discussed in detail. During these meetings held in Delhi, the Commission discussed with the National Council-Joint Consultative Machinery and several employee organizations on matters related to fitment factor, salary hike, pension reforms, allowances and Old Pension Scheme.

New Demands Emerge
According to reports, a prominent demand has emerged from employees, which could completely change the salary structure of government employees. Employee unions have suggested that the 10-year gap between two pay commissions should be reduced to 5 years. Employee representatives stated that the decision to change the tenure of the pay commission does not directly fall within the purview of the 8th Pay Commission. Union leaders urged the commission members to include this demand in their recommendations.

PC- Punjabkesari