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- Amaravati: There have been changes in the pension distribution system for the disabled, elderly and widows in Andhra Pradesh.
- As per the latest orders of the Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Department, the central government's share in the pension will be directly deposited in the bank accounts of the beneficiaries.
- The state government's share will be given in cash at home as usual.
Amaravati: There have been changes in the pension distribution system for the disabled, elderly and widows in Andhra Pradesh. As per the latest orders of the Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Department, the central government’s share in the pension will be directly deposited in the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. The state government’s share will be given in cash at home as usual. Elderly people aged 60 to 79 will receive a total of Rs 4,000, including a central share of Rs 200 and a state share of Rs 3,800. Those above 80 years of age will receive Rs 500 in the bank and Rs 3,500 in cash. Widows will be given Rs 300 or Rs 500 in the bank, depending on their age, and the remaining amount will be given in cash. The total pension of Rs 6,000 for the disabled will continue as usual. Those aged 18 to 79 will be given Rs. 300 in bank transfer and Rs. 5,700 in cash, while those above 80 years will be given Rs. 500 in bank transfer and Rs. 5,500 in cash. Officials have clarified that there will be no reduction in the total pension received by the beneficiaries.
