Old age pension distributed
Source: The Sangai Express
Kangpokpi, March 28 2017:
As part of the distribution of Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS), Social Welfare Officer, Saitu-Gamphazol distributed the pension to the beneficiaries at DC Complex, Kangpokpi DHQs today.
SWO Saitu Gamphazol, N Usharani Devi distributed the pension amount in the presence of department officials.
Speaking to media persons, the lady officer elaborated that the pension amount in respect of beneficiaries from 60 to 79 years for five months with effect from April 2015 to August 2015 is Rs 1,000 (Rs 200 per month) while the amount for beneficiaries from 80 years and above for the same period is Rs 2,500 (Rs 500 per month) .
She further said that the distribution of pension amount at DC Complex, Kangpokpi DHQs will continue till tomorrow while another distribution session will be held on March 30 and 31 at Keithelmanbi community hall.