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The following actions with regards to submission of letters, memoranda and presentations to various High Dignitaries have been initiated by Warrant Officer P.R. Balathilakan (Retd.) with his vigorous efforts. He has very good rapport while dealing with the subject of ONE RANK ONE PENSION with many High Dignitaries such as all M.Ps. from Kerala, present and past Chief Ministers of Kerala, all Central Ministers from Kerala including Shri A.K. Antony, Defence Ministers, Private Secretaries of the Hon’ble the President of India and Bureaucrats accessible to him in various Ministries on the above subject.
To,
The Hon’ble the President of India
Rashtrapati Bhavan New Delhi
Sub : ONE RANK ONE PENSION : EX-SERVICEMEN
Hon’ble Madam,
I on behalf of all Ex-Servicemen salute your Excellency for announcing the grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION in your opening remarks of parliament session on 4th June, 2009. Your Excellency while addressing both houses of Parliament on 4th June, 2009 was pleased to announce that Government has appointed a High Level Committee under the Chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary and the Committee expected to deliver its recommendations by end of June, 2009. It was nice to know that the government had announced implementation of Committee’s recommendations with regards to ONE RANK ONE PENSION in the budget speech. Even Hon’ble Prime Minister while unfurling National Flag and addressing the Nation on the eve of 62n Independence Day on 15th August, 2009 had announced that we must protect the interest of our Defence Forces. On this occasion, he also announced that the Government had implemented ONE RANK ONE PENSION for the past Ex-Servicemen pensions.
The recommendations report which was submitted to the Government by the Cabinet Secretary does not contains much improvement in the pension of all pre-2006 pensioners and your assurance on the subject of ONE RANK ONE PENSION has totally diluted. Further, there is no concrete information as to how much pension have been sanctioned to all pre-2006 Ex-servicemen to make their pension equal to ONE RANK ONE PENSION. We have consulted/contacted concerned Departments of Ministry defence, but nobody is interested to supply this information. Therefore, it is apprehend that there may be very less improvement in pension.
It is submitted for your Excellency information that your directions with regards to grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION has been negated by our bureaucrat brothers who are actually implementing the Govt. decision. We have no grievances against our Prime Minister, Defence Minister on this aspect, but it appears that the directions of our Prime Minister or Defence Minister that one rank one pension has been granted are not being implemented by the bureaucrats at Ministry of Defence
It is for your further information that the Ex-servicemen communities are very unhappy with this development as they have been deprived of their legitimate due since long and the recent announcement of the Govt. has betrayed them as the announcement is totally differ from the implementation. It is further submitted that 60% of the present strength of soldiers in Indian Armed Forces belong to the kith and kin of Ex-servicemen and are aware of their plight of their elders. This may create more dissatisfaction as today’s servicemen is tomorrow’s Ex-servicemen. So we request your Excellency to use your supreme power and impress upon the Govt. to grant ONE RANK OEN PENSION to Indian Armed Forces for the betterment of the country.
In view of the above, Your Excellency may personally intervene and solve this problem as the Ex-servicemen communities are restless about this tardy attitude of the staff at Ministry of Defence for not implementing your direction.
A copy of our suggestions with regards to the Cabinet Secretary’s Recommendations is also enclosed for your kind perusal and further directions.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
(P.R. Balathilakan)
Co-ordinator IESM.
07/10/2009
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To,
Shri Manmohan Singh,
Hon’ble the Prime Minister
South Block, New Delhi
Sub : PARITY IN PENSION : BETWEEN PRE AND POST – 1.1.2006 EX-SERVICEMEN PENSIONERS
Sir,
I on behalf of millions of Ex-Servicemen salute you. It was quite encouraging when with your blessing Hon’ble Finance Minister announced in a maiden Budget speech on 6th July, 2009 that UPA Government has considered grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION to Ex-Servicemen and finally the same has been granted. This legitimate demand was pending quite some years and finally it was your Government who actually took a bold step to fulfil the same. Your Highness also during Your address from Red Fort on 15th august, 2009 had categorically announced that Government will strive hard to uphold the dignity of all Ex-Servicemen and will endeavor to look after their welfare for their sacrifice rendered to safeguard the safety, unity and integrity of the Nation. On that occasion, Your Highness also presented to the countrymen that the UPA Government has granted the long pending demand of Ex-Servicemen i.e. ONE RANK ONE PENSION in toto.
Further, on various forums, Hon’ble the defence Minister had stressed that though it may not be feasible to grant ONE RANK ONE PENRISON but Government will definitely solve it and will improvement the pension of pre-2006 Ex-Servicemen which will be very close to ONE RANK ONE PENSION.
I want to draw your kind attention that the above quotation of Your Highness, specifically Your Honor’s announcement from the red Fort on 15th August, 2009 made Ex-Servicemen communities and their families to feel more excitement about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. It is only your Government who had/have looked after our defence forces in a befitting manner.
I would like to submit here that though our Leaderships are quite affirmative about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION, but the real picture has been totally diluted by our Bureaucrat Brothers after putting so many words such as “if, not, but, how where, why” etc. etc. in the Recommendations submitted by Hon’ble Cabinet Secretary, thereby jeopardizing the very purpose of your announcement. This had led to only partial improvement in pension and not in its full form.
Sir, we are not at all demanding more pension for us, but are only requesting Your Honour to bring parity in pension between all Ex-Servicemen retired before 1.1.2006 with the pension of Ex-Servicemen retired/retiring after 1.1.2006 within the hierarchy of their respective ranks and years of service put up in the defence forces.
Sir, lastly I solicit and request Your Hour’s to impress upon our civilian brothers who are in-charge of enforcing the promises made by Your Honor to 23 Lakhs Ex-Servicemen for grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION to implement the same in its full form. Please keep your promise, Sir.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
(P.R. Balathilakan)
Co-ordinator IESM
09/10/2009
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To,
Shri Pranab Mukherjee,
Hon’ble the Finance Minister
Government of India
North Block New Delhi
Sub : PARITY IN PENSION : BETWEEN PRE AND POST – 1.1.2006 EX-SERVICEMEN PENSIONERS
Sir,
I on behalf of millions of Ex-Servicemen salute you. It was quite encouraging when with your Honour had announced alongwith your maiden Budget speech on 6th July, 2009 that UPA Government has considered grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION to Ex-Servicemen and finally the same has been granted. This legitimate demand was pending quite some years and finally it was your Government who actually took a bold step to fulfil the same. Hon’le Prime Minister also during his address from Red Fort on 15th August, 2009 had categorically announced that Government will strive hard to uphold the dignity of all Ex-Servicemen and will endeavor to look after their welfare for their sacrifice rendered to safeguard the safety, unity and integrity of the Nation. On that occasion, he also presented to the countrymen that the UPA Government has granted the long pending demand of Ex-Servicemen i.e. ONE RANK ONE PENSION in toto.
Further, on various forums, Hon’ble the defence Minister had stressed that though it may not be feasible to grant ONE RANK ONE PENRISON but Government will definitely solve it and will improvement the pension of pre-2006 Ex-Servicemen which will be very close to ONE RANK ONE PENSION.
I want to draw your kind attention that the above quotation of Your Highness, specifically Your Honor’s announcement on the floor of Parliament on 6th July, 2009 made Ex-Servicemen communities and their families to feel more excitement about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. It is only your Government who had/have looked after our defence forces in a befitting manner.
I would like to submit here that though our Leaderships are quite affirmative about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION, but the real picture has been totally diluted by our Bureaucrat Brothers after putting so many words such as “if, not, but, how where, why” etc. etc. in the Recommendations submitted by Hon’ble Cabinet Secretary, thereby jeopardizing the very purpose of your announcement. This had led to only partial improvement in pension and not in its full form.
Sir, we are not at all demanding more pension for us, but are only requesting Your Honour to bring parity in pension between all Ex-Servicemen retired before 1.1.2006 with the pension of Ex-Servicemen retired/retiring after 1.1.2006 within the hierarchy of their respective ranks and years of service put up in the defence forces.
Sir, lastly I solicit and request Your Hour’s to impress upon our civilian brothers who are in-charge of enforcing the promises made by our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Your Honor and Hon’ble Defence Minister to 23 Lakhs Ex-Servicemen for grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION to implement the same in its full form. Please keep your promise, Sir.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
(P.R. Balathilakan)
Co-ordinator IESM
09/10/2009
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To,
Shri Rahul Gandhi,
Hon’ble the General Secretary
A.I.C.C. New Delhi
Sub : PARITY IN PENSION : BETWEEN PRE AND POST – 1.1.2006 EX-SERVICEMEN PENSIONERS
Sir,
At the outset we all Ex-Servicemen salute and congratulate you and your party’s magnificent victory in the General Election and thereafter, in the recent concluded Legislative Assembly Election. It is indeed a great pleasure for the Ex-Servicemen community to support your party and indebted for the announcement of implementation of ONE RANK ONE PENSION to us.
Sir, we would like to draw your kind attention towards your announcement during the various election rallies in Uttaranchal that if, UPA returns to power, will make the provision of ONE RANK ONE PERNSION for the Ex-Servicemen. A copyof such election rally with Hon’ble Mr. Harish Rawatji is enclosed for your ready reference and perusal, please. Sir, please do not forget your promise made to millions of Ex-Servicemen and you should stand by it. In addition to this, Her Excellency, the President of India on 4th June, 2009 had categorically announced that the Government will be definitely grant ONE RANK ONE PEJSION. Fruther, this was later ratified by Hon’ble the Finance Minister in his Budget speech. On 15th August, 2009 Hon’ble the prime Minister addressed that Government will strive hard to uphold the dignity of all Ex-Servicemen and will endeavor to look after their welfare for their sacrifice rendered to safeguard the safety, unity and integrity of the Nation. On that occasion, he also presented to the countrymen that the UPA Government has granted the long pending demand of Ex-Servicemen i.e. ONE RANK ONE PENSION in toto.
Further, on various forums, Hon’ble the defence Minister had stressed that though it may not be feasible to grant ONE RANK ONE PENRISON but Government will definitely solve it and will improvement the pension of pre-2006 Ex-Servicemen which will be very close to ONE RANK ONE PENSION.
Sir, I want to draw your kind attention that the above porimise/assurance of Hon’ble the President, the Prime Minister, the Finance Minister, the Defence Misters at different forum, specifically Your Honours announcement at various Election Rallies in Uttaranchal made the Ex-Servicemen communities and their families to feel more excitement about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. It is only your Government who had/have looked after our defence forces in a befitting manner.
I would like to submit here that though our Leaderships are quite affirmative about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION, but our Bureaucrat Brothers are putting avoidable obstructions such as legal, administrative and financial etc. etc. before the Hon’ble Minister. Sir, all citizens are liable to lay their life for the sake of Nation’s integrity, but practically, it is only Defence Forces who are dying every day for the sake of country’s safety and security. So in that scenario, compensating their past contribution with ONE RANK ONE PENSION, the obstructions of legal, administrative or financial constraints should not come into picture.
Sir, we are not at all demanding more pension for us, but are only requesting Your Honour to bring parity in pension between all Ex-Servicemen retired before 1.1.2006 with the pension of Ex-Servicemen retired/retiring after 1.1.2006 within the hierarchy of their respective ranks and years of service put up in the defence forces.
Sir, lastly I solicit and request Your Hour’s to utilize your gesture to fulfil the promises made by our Hon’ble the Prime Minister, Hon’ble the Finance Minister, Hon’ble the Defence Minister and Your Honour to 23 Lakhs Ex-Servicemen for grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. Please keep your promise, Sir.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
(P.R. Balathilakan)
Co-ordinator IESM
28/10/2009
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To,
Hon’ble the President of India
Hon’ble the Prime Minister
Hon’ble the Finance Minister
Hon’ble the Defence Minister
The Cabinet Secretary
The Defence Secretary
Secretary, Dept. of Ex-Servicemen Welfare Section, MOD
Shri Habans Singh, Director (Pension), Sena Bhavan
Sub : PARITY IN PENSION : BETWEEN PRE AND POST – 1.1.2006 EX-SERVICEMEN PENSIONERS
Sir,
We are quite grateful to Hon’ble the Cabinet secretary for sparing his valuable times to meet our delegation on 11th June, 2009 with regard to appraising His Highness about the grievances to Ex-Servicemen about grant of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. Hon’ble Cabinet Secretary was quite affirmative and had assured that the interest of all Ex-Servicemen especially pre-2006 will be taken care while recommending the issue of ONE RANK ONE PENSION. However, it is quite disheartening to learn from the recommendation dated 30th June, 2009 that there is no much significant improvement in the pension of pre-2006 Ex-Servicemen pensioners, while comparing with the pension of post-1.1.2006 pensioners. This scenario will further aggravate, once pension @ 70% of pay last drawn is sanctioned to post-1.1.2006 PBOR pensioners.
It is pertinent to mention here that the Recommendations are fully grasp by the inability to grant OROP due to administrative and legal hurdles. The Ex-Servicemen and Service personnel of Armed Forces have put up their best ability for the safety and security of the Nation. Their services may not be compared with the civilian while considering the issue of OROP. The contention that OROP, if granted will invite similar demands from the quarters is totally untenable. It has been our experience and knowledge that our civilian brothers have no complaint or wrath about extra benefits/privileges extended to Defence forces for their multiple roles and voluminous assignments. So the Committee’s findings on this account are not justifiable.
We have some suggestions about the recommendations which may kindly look into and ONE RANK ONE PENSION if not feasible, the following may be considered favourably:
Relevant para No. in the Report Committee’s Observations/ Recommendations Our suggestions
2.5 (i) In the case of Commissioned Officers, total parity may be brought between pre-1.1.2986 and post- 1.1.1986 retires by notional fixation of pay in the post-1.1.1986 scales and the notional revised pension be worked out on the basis of this pay. Thereafter, for all pre-1.1.1996 retirees the fitments formula suggested for past civilian pensioners i.e. Basic Pension+ Dearness relief + Interim Relief + Interim relief 1 (Rs. 50) +Interim Relief 2 (10% of Basic Pension)+ 20% (revised by Govt. to 40%) of Basic Pension, may be applied. If the resultant figure falls short of the minimum pension application to the post-1.1.1996 retirees for the rank held, it may be stepped up to the minimum pension prescribed for the rank. As was done to bring parity of pension between pre-1.1.1986 and post-1.1.1986 retirees and where the pension figure of pre-1.1.1996 fall short of the minimum pension applicable to the post-1.1.1996 for the rank held, the pension f pre-1.1.1996 retirees was stepped upto the minimum pension prescribed for the rank.
We now request that the same formula may be applied for pre-1.1.2006 pensioners and their pension may be stepped up and brought at par with the pension of post- 1.1.2006 retirees.
2.5 (ii) In the case of PBORs, the need for notional fixation of pay does not exist in view of the existence of pension tables. Therefore, for PBOR all pre-1.1.1986 pensioners may be brought on to post – 1.1.1986 levels by bridging the present gap in the pension tables and the same fitment formula on pension as for offices may be applied. If the resultant figure falls short of the minimum pension for the rank and group for post – 1.1.1996 retiree, it may be upgraded to that level. In the case of PBOR, similar formula as envisaged for pre- 1.1.1986 PBOR pensioners may be applied to and the pension of pre-1.1.2006 PBOR pensioners of each rank and group may be stepped up and brought at par with the pension of post – 1.1.2006 PBOR pensioners belonging to respective rank and group.
2.9 Finally, the GOM unanimously recommended that the pension of pre-1.1.1996 PBOR retirees may be revised with reference to maximum of post -1.1.1996 pay scales. In additional, the weightage of Sepoy, Naik and Havaldar rank for past as well as future retirees be increased to 10, 8 and 6 years respectively subject to a maximum of qualifying service of 30 years. The benefit was given only for service pension. The benefit of the above recommendation took effect from 1.1.2006. Since after implementation of 6th CPC, the fixation of pension of PBOR with reference to maximum of pay scales in the respective ranks has been dispensed with, the formula of stepping up of pension of pre-1.1.2006 PBOR may be adopted to and their pension may be brought at par with the pension of post- 1.1.2006 PBOR pensioners. As a result of which the weightage has no relevance and may be scrapped.
5.2 (a) To Reckon the pension of all pre-1.1.2006 PBOR pensioners wit reference to a notional maximum in the post 1.1.2006 revised pay structure corresponding to the maximum of pre-sixth pay commission pay scales as per fitment table of each rank. These stop gap recommendations of the Committee will still not be sufficient to bridge gap of pension between pre and post 1.1.2006 pensioners. The disparity will be further complicated, once 70% last pay drawn given as pension to post – 1.1.2006 pensioners. Hence, our suggestion with reference to Committee’s presentation vides Para Nos. 2.5 (i) and 2.5 (ii) may please be implemented.
8 (iii) This dispensation xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. Since this is a new concession aimed at improving the pension of PBORs, the benefit will be given prospectively and no arrears are to be given It is submitted that the benefits ought to have been sanctioned retrospectively from 1.1.2006, on implementation of 6th CPC Recommendations. Though the same was not considered by 6th CPC and the Govt. has taken a belated action after 3 ½ years with no fault of ex-Servicemen community, should have considered the case alongwith other matters at the time of accepting and implementing the 6th CPC Reports during August, 2008. There are evidence that the Govt. had altered/ enhanced/ modified/ introduced several benefits to the beneficiaries which were not recommended by 6th CPC and had effected the benefits which may be entitled to the PBORs with the improvement of pension may be sanctioned from 1.1.2006 and not from 1.7.2009.
Since, the Committee in its reports has rightly summarized the past precedence of stepping up of pension formula for pre- 1.1.1986 and pre-1.1.1996 pensioners by which their pensions were brought at par with the post – 1.1.1986 and post – 1.1.1996 pensioners, we now request and solicit your honour to kindly extend the same formula for the present and the pension of pre-1.1.2006 pensioners may be stepped up and brought at par with post – 1.1.2006 Ex-Servicemen pensioners.
Sir, before concluding our submission, I would like to appreciate the statement of Mr. Harbans Singh, Director, Pension, Ministry of Defence that the Government has made significant improvements in the Pay and Allowances of Defence personnel in the 6th CPC. We agree with his remarks that tremendous improvements have been given to serving Defence personnel and retired Ex-Servicemen retired on or after 1.1.2006. But he has no answer about the tremendous improvement given for pre-1.1.2006 Ex-Soldiers who in their service period were fighting the enemies in 1962, 1965, 1971, 1988 (IPKF), 1999 (Kargil War) etc. etc. and have to fight now for their survival. The significant improvements should have been equally extended and covered all and not a particular group. Please look into these aspects carefully and seriously to find an amicable solution.
In view of the above, we request to the concerned authorities to be more sympathetic and consider the suggestions and given the legitimate dues to the pre-1.1.2006 Ex-Servicemen Pensioners.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
(P.R. Balathilakan)
Co-ordinator IESM
07/10/2009
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(SOURCE : REPORT MY SIGNAL BLOG)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
A RETIRED LT COLONEL EXPOSES DEFENCE PENSION RACKET
THE FOLLOWING IS POSTED FOR THE INFORMATION OF ALL VETERAN BROTHERS:-
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NAGPUR: A retired Lieutenant Colonel has moved the high court here claiming that many persons were illegally drawing pension meant for World War-II (WW-II) veterans. The 61-year-old Lt Col Shrikant Kane produced information obtained under Right to Information (RTI) Act and said as many as 59 persons were being given pension in contravention of eligibility norms for years. The amount involved may run lakhs.
The petitioner who retired as regular officer of Indian Army's Corps of Signals after over two decades of service has prayed for directions to the state government to investigate the matter and arrest the beneficiaries. Alternatively, he demanded an enquiry by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) within a stipulated period.
A division bench comprising justices Dilip Sinha and Filomeno Reis issued notices to the respondents - state home secretary and Ram Nagar police station officer at Chandrapur -- on Wednesday asking them to file replies within two weeks. According to counsel for the petitioner Anand Parchure, the World War-II veterans (or their widows) who had taken part in the battle as uniformed soldiers of Indian Army and who retired from active service till 1949 used to get Rs 300 monthly pension. This benefit is being given as per a government notification dated December 29, 1989. It was raised to Rs 600 in January 1999 and finally to Rs 1,275 in 2004.
These grants were provided by director, department of sainik welfare (Maharashtra), who has to arrange payment and subsequent accounting to the eligible persons through Zilla Sainik Welfare offices under the respective district collectors in the state. Kane claimed that three persons were allegedly reaping pensionary benefits even after being recruited at the end of second world war- August 14, 1945 - which is contrary to the rules. Citing reports received from Accountant General (AG), Nagpur office, he claimed that Zilla Sainik Welfare office in Chandrapur had illegally paid Rs 2.18 lakh to these three persons - one male and two widows.
The petitioner who obtained this information through RTI pointed out this fact to the Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer in Chandrapur. It, in turn, passed on the information to Department of Sainik Welfare. Still, the payments to the three persons continued. The retired Colonel has also apprised principal secretary and AG office about these irregularities but no cognizance was taken.
When the petitioner filed another query under RTI about list of persons availing WW-II benefits, he learnt that as many as 59 ineligible persons were reaping benefits. Earlier also, Kane had filed a civil petition in this regard and the court had directed police to register a complaint against such persons on September 9. Still, the government failed to take any steps resulting in huge amounts being paid to undeserving persons, he claimed.
(SOURCE : TIMES OF INDIA)
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COMMENTS :
WHILE THE GENUINE DEMANDS OF THE ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL ARE STILL NOT MET(THE OROP ISSUE) AND ARE UNDER THE GOVT PROCESS, WHEREIN THE RULE POSITION, SECTIONS/SUB-SECTIONS AND LINKING UP OTHER EXTERNAL AND IRRELEVANT ISSUES, THIS IS SIMPLY UN-BELIEVABLE.
THE CROOKS/FRAUDSTERS JOIN HANDS WITH THE PETTY OFFICIALS OF THE DISTRICT OFFICIALS, WHO IN TURN FUNCTION AS DE-FACTO AGENTS OF THE SENIOR OFFICIALS OF THE DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION, SUPPRESS RELEVANT INFORMATION AND HOOD-WINK THE GOVT AND DRAW GOVT MONIES. THEY OFTEN GO UNPUNISHED.
WE MAY FIND A LOWEST LEVEL (LDC/ASST) MAY BE SUPENDED/REMOVED FROM SERVICE (OR HE/SHE MIGHT HAVE ALREADY RETIRED), THE SENIOR OFFICIALS ARE NEVER QUESTIONED/TOUCHED.
THIS MAY BE AMALL TIP OF AN ICEBERG(IN ONE DIST). WHAT ABOUT IN OTHER DISTRICTS. WE WILL NEVER KNOW.
THE GOVT MUST DEAL WITH AN IRON HAND AND IMMEDIATELY SUPEND THE CONCERNED DISTRICT COLLECTORS AND INTIATE ENQUIRY BY CBI, SO THAT THE TRUTH/FACTS REVEALED. AND THE MESSAGE MUST REACH ALL AS A DETERRANT.
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NAGPUR: A retired Lieutenant Colonel has moved the high court here claiming that many persons were illegally drawing pension meant for World War-II (WW-II) veterans. The 61-year-old Lt Col Shrikant Kane produced information obtained under Right to Information (RTI) Act and said as many as 59 persons were being given pension in contravention of eligibility norms for years. The amount involved may run lakhs.
The petitioner who retired as regular officer of Indian Army's Corps of Signals after over two decades of service has prayed for directions to the state government to investigate the matter and arrest the beneficiaries. Alternatively, he demanded an enquiry by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) within a stipulated period.
A division bench comprising justices Dilip Sinha and Filomeno Reis issued notices to the respondents - state home secretary and Ram Nagar police station officer at Chandrapur -- on Wednesday asking them to file replies within two weeks. According to counsel for the petitioner Anand Parchure, the World War-II veterans (or their widows) who had taken part in the battle as uniformed soldiers of Indian Army and who retired from active service till 1949 used to get Rs 300 monthly pension. This benefit is being given as per a government notification dated December 29, 1989. It was raised to Rs 600 in January 1999 and finally to Rs 1,275 in 2004.
These grants were provided by director, department of sainik welfare (Maharashtra), who has to arrange payment and subsequent accounting to the eligible persons through Zilla Sainik Welfare offices under the respective district collectors in the state. Kane claimed that three persons were allegedly reaping pensionary benefits even after being recruited at the end of second world war- August 14, 1945 - which is contrary to the rules. Citing reports received from Accountant General (AG), Nagpur office, he claimed that Zilla Sainik Welfare office in Chandrapur had illegally paid Rs 2.18 lakh to these three persons - one male and two widows.
The petitioner who obtained this information through RTI pointed out this fact to the Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer in Chandrapur. It, in turn, passed on the information to Department of Sainik Welfare. Still, the payments to the three persons continued. The retired Colonel has also apprised principal secretary and AG office about these irregularities but no cognizance was taken.
When the petitioner filed another query under RTI about list of persons availing WW-II benefits, he learnt that as many as 59 ineligible persons were reaping benefits. Earlier also, Kane had filed a civil petition in this regard and the court had directed police to register a complaint against such persons on September 9. Still, the government failed to take any steps resulting in huge amounts being paid to undeserving persons, he claimed.
(SOURCE : TIMES OF INDIA)
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COMMENTS :
WHILE THE GENUINE DEMANDS OF THE ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL ARE STILL NOT MET(THE OROP ISSUE) AND ARE UNDER THE GOVT PROCESS, WHEREIN THE RULE POSITION, SECTIONS/SUB-SECTIONS AND LINKING UP OTHER EXTERNAL AND IRRELEVANT ISSUES, THIS IS SIMPLY UN-BELIEVABLE.
THE CROOKS/FRAUDSTERS JOIN HANDS WITH THE PETTY OFFICIALS OF THE DISTRICT OFFICIALS, WHO IN TURN FUNCTION AS DE-FACTO AGENTS OF THE SENIOR OFFICIALS OF THE DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION, SUPPRESS RELEVANT INFORMATION AND HOOD-WINK THE GOVT AND DRAW GOVT MONIES. THEY OFTEN GO UNPUNISHED.
WE MAY FIND A LOWEST LEVEL (LDC/ASST) MAY BE SUPENDED/REMOVED FROM SERVICE (OR HE/SHE MIGHT HAVE ALREADY RETIRED), THE SENIOR OFFICIALS ARE NEVER QUESTIONED/TOUCHED.
THIS MAY BE AMALL TIP OF AN ICEBERG(IN ONE DIST). WHAT ABOUT IN OTHER DISTRICTS. WE WILL NEVER KNOW.
THE GOVT MUST DEAL WITH AN IRON HAND AND IMMEDIATELY SUPEND THE CONCERNED DISTRICT COLLECTORS AND INTIATE ENQUIRY BY CBI, SO THAT THE TRUTH/FACTS REVEALED. AND THE MESSAGE MUST REACH ALL AS A DETERRANT.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
TENSION/ANXIETY OF EXSM TO KNOW THE DETAILS OF THEIR REVISED PENSIONS AS PER OROP
THE FOLLOWING IS POSTED, IN RESPONSE TO A QUERY MADE BY A SENIOR MWO, RETIRED IN 1975(34 YEARS BACK) HAVING SERVED ABPOUT 32 YEARS(34+32=66=16 YRS AT THE TIME OF JOINING, HE IS ABOVE80YRS). AND HE HAS BEEN, FOR QUITE SOME TIME, SEEKING DETAILS OF HIS PENSION AS PER OROP.
THIS INFORMATION SENT TO HIM BY E-MAIL TODAY MAY BE A SMALL SOLACE:-
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DEAR MWO MK GANGADHARAN SIR,
MY SALUTATIONS. I UNDERSTAND YOUR ANXIETY.
THE GOVT HAVE NOT AGREED FOR OROP. BUT THE CoS COMMITTEE HAD RECOMMENDED SOME OTHER METHOD FOR ENHANCEMENT OF PRE-2006
PENSIONERS WHICH HAS BEEN ACCEPTED BY THE GOVT. AND BASED ON THIS
REPORT, THE NEW PENSION ORDERS ARE NOT YET ISSUED BY THE GOVT. THE
CoS RECOMMENDATIONS ARE:-
(1) To RECKON the Pensions of all Pre-1.1.06--ORs Pensioners, with reference to a 'NOTIONAL MAXIMUM" in the POST 1.1.06 REVISED PAY STRUCTURE Corresponding to "THE MAXIMUM OF PRE-6TH CPC Pay Scales, as per the FITMENT TABLE of each rank, AND
(2) Also to continue THE ENHANCED WEIGHTABE AWARDED BY THE GOM.
Thus, the NOTIONAL MAXIMUM in the post -1.1.06 Revised Pay Structure, corresponding to the MAXIMUM OF Pre-06th CPC Pay Scales) is mentioned against each rank of X and Y groups.. From this figure, the Existing Basic Pension is deduced after applying the Pension calculation formula (Notional Max.amt /2 x 15 yrs+wtg/33). Then the EP is added with 50%DP+ 40%weghtage. All the details are taken from AFSI 1/S/08.
An attempt is made by me, based on the ABOVE FORMULA, for arriving at THE EXISTING PENSION rates(@MINIMUM FOR 15 YRS ONLY), as deduced below:-
MWO(9550)-17770/2X--DITTO--=5385+2693+2154 = 10232 R/OFF TO 10240 (for a minimum period of 15 years of minimum reckonable service only).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT OFFICIAL AND NOT BASED ON PRESCRIBED
GUIDELINES BUT A TENTATIVE CALCULATION ONLY. THIS IS JUST FOR AN
IDEA/UNDERSTANDING ONLY.
I shall inform you, as and when the exact pension, after the Govt orders are issued by the Govt.
This is for your kind information, please.
WELCOME AND WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU, SIR.
GAVINI VN
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THIS INFORMATION SENT TO HIM BY E-MAIL TODAY MAY BE A SMALL SOLACE:-
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DEAR MWO MK GANGADHARAN SIR,
MY SALUTATIONS. I UNDERSTAND YOUR ANXIETY.
THE GOVT HAVE NOT AGREED FOR OROP. BUT THE CoS COMMITTEE HAD RECOMMENDED SOME OTHER METHOD FOR ENHANCEMENT OF PRE-2006
PENSIONERS WHICH HAS BEEN ACCEPTED BY THE GOVT. AND BASED ON THIS
REPORT, THE NEW PENSION ORDERS ARE NOT YET ISSUED BY THE GOVT. THE
CoS RECOMMENDATIONS ARE:-
(1) To RECKON the Pensions of all Pre-1.1.06--ORs Pensioners, with reference to a 'NOTIONAL MAXIMUM" in the POST 1.1.06 REVISED PAY STRUCTURE Corresponding to "THE MAXIMUM OF PRE-6TH CPC Pay Scales, as per the FITMENT TABLE of each rank, AND
(2) Also to continue THE ENHANCED WEIGHTABE AWARDED BY THE GOM.
Thus, the NOTIONAL MAXIMUM in the post -1.1.06 Revised Pay Structure, corresponding to the MAXIMUM OF Pre-06th CPC Pay Scales) is mentioned against each rank of X and Y groups.. From this figure, the Existing Basic Pension is deduced after applying the Pension calculation formula (Notional Max.amt /2 x 15 yrs+wtg/33). Then the EP is added with 50%DP+ 40%weghtage. All the details are taken from AFSI 1/S/08.
An attempt is made by me, based on the ABOVE FORMULA, for arriving at THE EXISTING PENSION rates(@MINIMUM FOR 15 YRS ONLY), as deduced below:-
MWO(9550)-17770/2X--DITTO--=5385+2693+2154 = 10232 R/OFF TO 10240 (for a minimum period of 15 years of minimum reckonable service only).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT OFFICIAL AND NOT BASED ON PRESCRIBED
GUIDELINES BUT A TENTATIVE CALCULATION ONLY. THIS IS JUST FOR AN
IDEA/UNDERSTANDING ONLY.
I shall inform you, as and when the exact pension, after the Govt orders are issued by the Govt.
This is for your kind information, please.
WELCOME AND WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU, SIR.
GAVINI VN
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Tricity ex-servicemen decide against returning medals
The following is posted for the benefit of information of all:-
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CHANDIGARH: Some organizations of retired defence personnel from the Tricity have decided that their members will not return their gallantry medals on October 25 in Delhi, which had been planned to push their one-rank- one-pension (OROP) demand. The organizations’ members said they had severed ties with Indian Ex-Servicemen Movement (IESM), which had called for this protest Lt Col (retd) SS Sohi, spokesperson of Indian Ex-Servicemen League (IESL) said the decision was taken after prime minister Manmohan Singh assured that he would take personal interest in resolving the OROP issue.
He also stated that PM had spoken against negative remarks by a committee of seven IAS officers regarding OROP last month and directed defence ministry to hold fresh meetings with ex-servicemen to deal with this demand. He stated that surrendering medals despite PM’s assurance would be against the spirit of democracy.
He added that IESM’s Lt Gen Satbir Singh, who gave the call for this protest, was hand in glove with opposition parties.
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(SOURCE : IESM)
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CHANDIGARH: Some organizations of retired defence personnel from the Tricity have decided that their members will not return their gallantry medals on October 25 in Delhi, which had been planned to push their one-rank- one-pension (OROP) demand. The organizations’ members said they had severed ties with Indian Ex-Servicemen Movement (IESM), which had called for this protest Lt Col (retd) SS Sohi, spokesperson of Indian Ex-Servicemen League (IESL) said the decision was taken after prime minister Manmohan Singh assured that he would take personal interest in resolving the OROP issue.
He also stated that PM had spoken against negative remarks by a committee of seven IAS officers regarding OROP last month and directed defence ministry to hold fresh meetings with ex-servicemen to deal with this demand. He stated that surrendering medals despite PM’s assurance would be against the spirit of democracy.
He added that IESM’s Lt Gen Satbir Singh, who gave the call for this protest, was hand in glove with opposition parties.
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(SOURCE : IESM)
Saturday, September 26, 2009
BREAKING NEWS --FLASH ! FLASH !! FLASH !!! -- PRESS CONFERENCE TELECAST/PRINT MEDIA
1. KIND ATTENTION ALL VETERAN BROTHERS -------
H E R E C O M E T H E B R E A K I N G N E W S ON
P R E S S C O N F E R E N C E. PLEASE READ ON----
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Dear Veteran Gavini,
Regards,Thanks for posting the mailed Press Notes and the letter faxed by this organization to Defence minister and Hon'ble Prime minister for the ionformation of Veterans.
A large no.persons from Press and Electonic media have been invited and they, all, have promised to attend the Press Coference.
Veterans should watch the Channels like,Aaj Tak,India TV,News-24,Channel no.1, Voice of India, IBN 7, NDTV, PTC and Zee TV in the evening news tomorrow and a day after for the coverage.
News paper will cover the same on 28/29-09-2009.I shall mail the Press clipping in a couple of days after the Press Conference if possible.
Please paste this as Flash news also for information of veterans.
OK veterans have a good time.
PRABHJOT SINGH CHHATWAL,
PRESIDENT, IESL
PANJAB 7 CGARH UNIT
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H E R E C O M E T H E B R E A K I N G N E W S ON
P R E S S C O N F E R E N C E. PLEASE READ ON----
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Dear Veteran Gavini,
Regards,Thanks for posting the mailed Press Notes and the letter faxed by this organization to Defence minister and Hon'ble Prime minister for the ionformation of Veterans.
A large no.persons from Press and Electonic media have been invited and they, all, have promised to attend the Press Coference.
Veterans should watch the Channels like,Aaj Tak,India TV,News-24,Channel no.1, Voice of India, IBN 7, NDTV, PTC and Zee TV in the evening news tomorrow and a day after for the coverage.
News paper will cover the same on 28/29-09-2009.I shall mail the Press clipping in a couple of days after the Press Conference if possible.
Please paste this as Flash news also for information of veterans.
OK veterans have a good time.
PRABHJOT SINGH CHHATWAL,
PRESIDENT, IESL
PANJAB 7 CGARH UNIT
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Sunday, September 20, 2009
BLOG ON (CHANGED NAME)TO - WWW.EXSAINIKSWELFARE.BLOGSPOT.COM
ALL VETERAN BROTHERS ARE HEREBY INFORMED THAT SINCE THE NAME PBOR (PERSONNEL BELOW OFFICER RANKS) WAS DISRESPECTFUL AND DEMEANING (CLUBBED ONE AND ALL, NC(E)/OR/JNCO/SNCO/WO/JCO/HONY COMM RANKS), The IESL Punjab & Chandigarh and also the Director ESM Welfare Punjab have advised/suggested to discard thee term PBOR.
Several suggestions have come from you all. On the basis of Majority opinion,the familiar and easy to pronouce word EX SAINIKS WELFARE has been decided as new name for the blog and a new blog has been created afresh with the new name.
So please BLOG ON TO http://www.exsainikswelfare.blogspot.com/
Jai Jawan, Jai Hind
Several suggestions have come from you all. On the basis of Majority opinion,the familiar and easy to pronouce word EX SAINIKS WELFARE has been decided as new name for the blog and a new blog has been created afresh with the new name.
So please BLOG ON TO http://www.exsainikswelfare.blogspot.com/
Jai Jawan, Jai Hind
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
AIR FORCE ASSICIATION DAY CELEBRATED TODAY : 16 SEP 09
1. All Veteran Brothers are hereby informed that ""The Annual Day of Air Force Association (AFA) was celebrated today at New Delhi. The function began with a Wreath Laying Ceremony at Amar Jawan Jyoti.
2. The former Air Chief, and presently President, AFA, Air Chief Marshal FH Major laid a wreath at the war memorial on the occasion. At the Annual General Body meeting that followed at Air Force Auditorium, Subroto Park, several Air Force octogenarians were honoured and were presented mementos by the Association.
3. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal PV Naik was the Chief Guest at the occasion. Various retired Chiefs of the Air Staff, large number of Officers and PBORs attended the Annual General Meeting
(SOURCE : CENTRAL GOVT EMPLOYEES NEWS)
2. The former Air Chief, and presently President, AFA, Air Chief Marshal FH Major laid a wreath at the war memorial on the occasion. At the Annual General Body meeting that followed at Air Force Auditorium, Subroto Park, several Air Force octogenarians were honoured and were presented mementos by the Association.
3. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal PV Naik was the Chief Guest at the occasion. Various retired Chiefs of the Air Staff, large number of Officers and PBORs attended the Annual General Meeting
(SOURCE : CENTRAL GOVT EMPLOYEES NEWS)
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
WELFARE MEASURES FOR IAF RETIREES
1. All veteran brothers may kindly go through the following information on welfare facilities provided Air Force Auuthorities:-
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SENIOR CITIZENS
A major project for accommodating senior citizens of the Air Force is being established in the vicinity of AF Station Tughlakabad. The accommodation will be allocated for permanent occupation of the senior citizens. Remaining accommodation can be used for both retired and serving personnel and their families. The Institute will consist of 31 rooms each for Officers and Airmen and will have the following :-
(a) Clinic
(b) Dispensary and MI Room
(c) Library
(d) Lounge
(e) Messing facilities
(f) Bar
The Institute will be registered under Societies Registration Act and function under the overall guidance of AOA. All retired personnel above 65 years of age are eligible to become member and there is no age restriction for spouse. Officers and airmen who join this Institute will pay Rs.1 lakh and Rs.50,000 respectively as deposit which is refundable at the time of vacation. All rooms are meant to be double bedded and rentals of which will be decided later. If a member wants to stay alone, he will have to pay full rent.
DWELLING UNITS FOR WIDOWS
In order to alleviate the sufferings of the widows of serving personnel killed in accidents, a scheme has been worked out whereby the widow would be provided with a shelter in arrangement with AFNHB. A subsidy of Rs. 1 lakh for Airmen/NCs(E) and Rs.1.5 lakh for Officers will be granted from the Air Force welfare for this purpose. This subsidy will be contributed by AFGIS, IAFBA, Command Welfare Fund, AFWWA in the ratio of 60:20:10:10 respectively.
FEES CONCESSION TO SERVING AND RETIRED PERSONNEL
The unit run Air Force Schools charge fee at different rates for three categories of students viz AFA (airmen), AFO(Officers) and Non-AF (NAP). While the superannuated personnel pay at par with their serving counter-part; the prematurely retired personnel are charged 20% less than the NAF category.
POLICY ON ADMISSION TO HOSTELS
Admission to AF hostel will be controlled by the Management committee through Officer in charge hostel. The children of Air Force personnel (serving or died in harness ) studying in any local recognised school in class VI and above are eligible to stay in the hostel. Admission to boys of retired AF personnel is also open subject to availability of seats. Admission will be given based on seniority of registration.
Sky diving
Parasailing
Hand Gliding
Paragliding
Basic Mountaineering Course
Advance Mountaineering Course
Trekking
Rock Climbing
Himalayan Motor Cycle Expedition
Cycling Expedition
Eqestrian
Car Rally
Sailing Expedition
Canoeing
Wind Surfing
Water Sports
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
This Directorate of adventure has been making steady progress in making following adventure activities broad based and providing opportunity for more AF personnel and their families to utilise these activities. Air Force Adventure cell has got lot many National and International records to its credit
HANDICAPPED CHILDREN
Computerised database of all personnel having handicapped children has been made. Based on the type of handicap personnel have been categorised and suitable places for their posting identified. The same has been forwarded to AFRO and DPO.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT
All Ex-Servicemen suffering from serious disease are given financial assistance for treatment in civil hospital by Kendriya Sainik Board(KSB), in case they cannot be treated in military hospital and have not availed similar assistance from other sources.
By-Pass Surgery - 60% of the authorised Exp
Angiography - -do-
Kidney/Renal transplantation - -do-
Cancer/Spastic Paraplegic - -do-
Coronary Artery Surgery/Angioplasty - -do-
Open Heart surgery valve replacement- -do-
Pace-maker implant - -do-
Dialysis - -do-
(RESTRICTED TO Rs 75,000 ONLY)
Some Ex-Servicemen were finding it difficult to raise the initial amount, which they are required to pay the civil hospital for their treatment and 60% of which is subsequently reimbursed to them by the KSB. To overcome this difficulty, KSB has tied up with some civil hospitals wherein 60% of the expenditure incurred by the eligible Ex-Servicemen/dependents for treatment of serious diseases in these hospitals, will henceforth be claimed by them directly from KSB and the individual will have to pay the balance amount only for their treatment.
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(SOURCE : IAF WEBSITE)
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SENIOR CITIZENS
A major project for accommodating senior citizens of the Air Force is being established in the vicinity of AF Station Tughlakabad. The accommodation will be allocated for permanent occupation of the senior citizens. Remaining accommodation can be used for both retired and serving personnel and their families. The Institute will consist of 31 rooms each for Officers and Airmen and will have the following :-
(a) Clinic
(b) Dispensary and MI Room
(c) Library
(d) Lounge
(e) Messing facilities
(f) Bar
The Institute will be registered under Societies Registration Act and function under the overall guidance of AOA. All retired personnel above 65 years of age are eligible to become member and there is no age restriction for spouse. Officers and airmen who join this Institute will pay Rs.1 lakh and Rs.50,000 respectively as deposit which is refundable at the time of vacation. All rooms are meant to be double bedded and rentals of which will be decided later. If a member wants to stay alone, he will have to pay full rent.
DWELLING UNITS FOR WIDOWS
In order to alleviate the sufferings of the widows of serving personnel killed in accidents, a scheme has been worked out whereby the widow would be provided with a shelter in arrangement with AFNHB. A subsidy of Rs. 1 lakh for Airmen/NCs(E) and Rs.1.5 lakh for Officers will be granted from the Air Force welfare for this purpose. This subsidy will be contributed by AFGIS, IAFBA, Command Welfare Fund, AFWWA in the ratio of 60:20:10:10 respectively.
FEES CONCESSION TO SERVING AND RETIRED PERSONNEL
The unit run Air Force Schools charge fee at different rates for three categories of students viz AFA (airmen), AFO(Officers) and Non-AF (NAP). While the superannuated personnel pay at par with their serving counter-part; the prematurely retired personnel are charged 20% less than the NAF category.
POLICY ON ADMISSION TO HOSTELS
Admission to AF hostel will be controlled by the Management committee through Officer in charge hostel. The children of Air Force personnel (serving or died in harness ) studying in any local recognised school in class VI and above are eligible to stay in the hostel. Admission to boys of retired AF personnel is also open subject to availability of seats. Admission will be given based on seniority of registration.
Sky diving
Parasailing
Hand Gliding
Paragliding
Basic Mountaineering Course
Advance Mountaineering Course
Trekking
Rock Climbing
Himalayan Motor Cycle Expedition
Cycling Expedition
Eqestrian
Car Rally
Sailing Expedition
Canoeing
Wind Surfing
Water Sports
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
This Directorate of adventure has been making steady progress in making following adventure activities broad based and providing opportunity for more AF personnel and their families to utilise these activities. Air Force Adventure cell has got lot many National and International records to its credit
HANDICAPPED CHILDREN
Computerised database of all personnel having handicapped children has been made. Based on the type of handicap personnel have been categorised and suitable places for their posting identified. The same has been forwarded to AFRO and DPO.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT
All Ex-Servicemen suffering from serious disease are given financial assistance for treatment in civil hospital by Kendriya Sainik Board(KSB), in case they cannot be treated in military hospital and have not availed similar assistance from other sources.
By-Pass Surgery - 60% of the authorised Exp
Angiography - -do-
Kidney/Renal transplantation - -do-
Cancer/Spastic Paraplegic - -do-
Coronary Artery Surgery/Angioplasty - -do-
Open Heart surgery valve replacement- -do-
Pace-maker implant - -do-
Dialysis - -do-
(RESTRICTED TO Rs 75,000 ONLY)
Some Ex-Servicemen were finding it difficult to raise the initial amount, which they are required to pay the civil hospital for their treatment and 60% of which is subsequently reimbursed to them by the KSB. To overcome this difficulty, KSB has tied up with some civil hospitals wherein 60% of the expenditure incurred by the eligible Ex-Servicemen/dependents for treatment of serious diseases in these hospitals, will henceforth be claimed by them directly from KSB and the individual will have to pay the balance amount only for their treatment.
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(SOURCE : IAF WEBSITE)
MAHATMA GANDHI IS OBAMA'S HERO
1. All Veteran brothers may like to see the following news item appeared in THE HINDU ON 10.9.09.
'''''''''''''''''WASHINGTON: United States President Barack Obama has said if given a chance he would like to have a meal with his “real hero” Mahatma Gandhi, although the apostle of peace did not eat a lot.
Mr. Obama’s response came to a question from a ninth grade student at the Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, who asked him if he could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who it would be.
“Dinner with anyone dead or alive? Well, you know, dead or alive, that’s a pretty big list,” he said amidst laughter. “You know, I think that it might be Gandhi, who is a real hero of mine,” Mr. Obama said. “Now, it would probably be a really small meal because he didn’t eat a lot.”
He said Gandhiji was someone who has inspired people across the world for the past several generations. “He [Gandhiji] is somebody whom I find a lot of inspiration in. He inspired Dr. King [Martin Luther], so if it hadn’t been for the non-violent movement in India, you might not have seen the same non-violent movement for civil rights here in the United States,” he said. — PTI
(SOURCE : THE HINDU)
'''''''''''''''''WASHINGTON: United States President Barack Obama has said if given a chance he would like to have a meal with his “real hero” Mahatma Gandhi, although the apostle of peace did not eat a lot.
Mr. Obama’s response came to a question from a ninth grade student at the Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, who asked him if he could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who it would be.
“Dinner with anyone dead or alive? Well, you know, dead or alive, that’s a pretty big list,” he said amidst laughter. “You know, I think that it might be Gandhi, who is a real hero of mine,” Mr. Obama said. “Now, it would probably be a really small meal because he didn’t eat a lot.”
He said Gandhiji was someone who has inspired people across the world for the past several generations. “He [Gandhiji] is somebody whom I find a lot of inspiration in. He inspired Dr. King [Martin Luther], so if it hadn’t been for the non-violent movement in India, you might not have seen the same non-violent movement for civil rights here in the United States,” he said. — PTI
(SOURCE : THE HINDU)
Monday, September 14, 2009
OROP DEMAND : MORALE OF DEFENCE PERSONNEL
1. All Veteran brothers are requested to go through this excellent article written by eminent writers on the subject, Shri N S Chakravarthy (ns_chak@yahoo.com) retired as a Senior Official in the Telecom Commission. S G Vombatkere (sgvombatkere@hotmail.com) retired at the rank of Major General
from the Indian Army.
2. One more article on The Burden of Military Pensions by Shri Gautam Navlakha, is also posted at the end of the above articles.
Please CLICK HERE for full details of the article.
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from the Indian Army.
2. One more article on The Burden of Military Pensions by Shri Gautam Navlakha, is also posted at the end of the above articles.
Please CLICK HERE for full details of the article.
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
PLEASE SUGGEST FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF BLOG
1. All veteran brothers may please Read the contents of e-mail below, just received by this blog.
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Dear Friend,
1. We appre your efforts and concern for PBORs and I always sp this cause and facts. Lets join up our expertise for posing stronger front.
2. A word of advise, The word PBOR is created by bureaucracy, an unofficial version of Rank structure with ill design to create a dividing line between Offrs & lower ranks. Correct Official version of rank structure is Offrs, JCOs & ORs (and equilants in IN and IAF). So instead of saying PBORs, we call it JCOs and ORs.
3. Because, JCO is a Junior Commissioned Offr/ Class-II Gazetted Offr and NCO is Non Commissioned Offr/ Class-III Gazetted Offr. And not a Class IV employee. So why to degrade our above Ranks our self.
4. Even our ORs are not class 4 employees but skilled workers for what we have been fighting with the Govt. Lets fight common enemies (Babus) jointly and not our self.
5. Term Ex-Servicemen, we use it as ESM all over officially for ref. Other short form may create confusion. Please take it as request.
with regards.
Col Sohi. Presi ESM Grievances Cell Mohali & Coord IESM Pb
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2. In the light of the above observations and advise of Col.SS Sohi, it is felt better to change the name of this blog name from the present format of EXSMPBORWELFARE blogspot. The following is deliberated:-
ESM JWOS/SNCOS/ORS/EQUIVALENTS WELFARE,
ESM JCOS/SNCOS/ORS/EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JWOS/ORS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JCOS/ORS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM WARRANT AND NCOS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JCOS/NON COMM RANKS AND EQUVALENTS WELFARE
ESM BELOW COMM RANKS WELFARE
OR ANY OTHER NOMENCLATURE.
3. Your suggestions, are AWAITED. (Please use CHAT BOX)
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Dear Friend,
1. We appre your efforts and concern for PBORs and I always sp this cause and facts. Lets join up our expertise for posing stronger front.
2. A word of advise, The word PBOR is created by bureaucracy, an unofficial version of Rank structure with ill design to create a dividing line between Offrs & lower ranks. Correct Official version of rank structure is Offrs, JCOs & ORs (and equilants in IN and IAF). So instead of saying PBORs, we call it JCOs and ORs.
3. Because, JCO is a Junior Commissioned Offr/ Class-II Gazetted Offr and NCO is Non Commissioned Offr/ Class-III Gazetted Offr. And not a Class IV employee. So why to degrade our above Ranks our self.
4. Even our ORs are not class 4 employees but skilled workers for what we have been fighting with the Govt. Lets fight common enemies (Babus) jointly and not our self.
5. Term Ex-Servicemen, we use it as ESM all over officially for ref. Other short form may create confusion. Please take it as request.
with regards.
Col Sohi. Presi ESM Grievances Cell Mohali & Coord IESM Pb
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2. In the light of the above observations and advise of Col.SS Sohi, it is felt better to change the name of this blog name from the present format of EXSMPBORWELFARE blogspot. The following is deliberated:-
ESM JWOS/SNCOS/ORS/EQUIVALENTS WELFARE,
ESM JCOS/SNCOS/ORS/EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JWOS/ORS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JCOS/ORS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM WARRANT AND NCOS AND EQUIVALENTS WELFARE
ESM JCOS/NON COMM RANKS AND EQUVALENTS WELFARE
ESM BELOW COMM RANKS WELFARE
OR ANY OTHER NOMENCLATURE.
3. Your suggestions, are AWAITED. (Please use CHAT BOX)
STOP THIS TV AD (MEN IN UNIFORM MARCH PAST SALUTING A SMALL RED CAR)
1. In all popular TV Channels, a Column like band of Olive Green Uniformed Men with TWO STARS ON THEIR SHOULDERS march past SALUTING a Small Red Car. (Video Advt).
2. Do the AGENCY WHICH SHOT THE AD OR THE OFFICIALS the Advt. have not cared? Or, they have no idea as to who wears TWO STARS ON SHOULDERS IN ARMY UNIFORM?
3. AFTER 24X7 VIEWING TELECASTS OF VARIOUS TV CHANNELS ON KARGIL EPISODE AND THE RECENT TERROR ATTACK IN MUMBAI?
4. SIMPLY UNBELIEVABLE. WHOEVER THEY MAY BE, HAVE DISHONOURED THE UNIFORM AND THE RANK OF ARMED FORCES.
5. Someone step-in stop this disrespect to the uniform urgently?????.
6. And take action against the Car Company and the erring officials????????
2. Do the AGENCY WHICH SHOT THE AD OR THE OFFICIALS the Advt. have not cared? Or, they have no idea as to who wears TWO STARS ON SHOULDERS IN ARMY UNIFORM?
3. AFTER 24X7 VIEWING TELECASTS OF VARIOUS TV CHANNELS ON KARGIL EPISODE AND THE RECENT TERROR ATTACK IN MUMBAI?
4. SIMPLY UNBELIEVABLE. WHOEVER THEY MAY BE, HAVE DISHONOURED THE UNIFORM AND THE RANK OF ARMED FORCES.
5. Someone step-in stop this disrespect to the uniform urgently?????.
6. And take action against the Car Company and the erring officials????????
URGENT NEED FOR UPWARD REVISION OF GRADE PAY IN PB-2 IN R/O JWO/WO/MWO/HONY COs & EQUIVALENTS
1. It is a well known fact and an established norm in the Armed Forces that the WARRANT RANKS in the IAF and their equivalents in Army and Navy are Grade B Gazetted equivalents(Civilian Officers, whose V CPC scale is 6500-10500). But the JWO/WO/MWOs grade pay as per VI CPC (AFSI 1/S/08) has been fixed ONE STEP BELOW of their Civilian Counter parts, i.e.4200/4600/4800 only, whereas it should have been 4600/4800/5400 respectively.
2. The duties, responsibilities and the nature of work performed by them has no comparison with their civilian officer equivalents. The quantity, quantity, and perfect execution of any assigned task in a given period and on time, has no parallel. No emphasis needed to be mentioned in cases of of their role in DEMANDING, EMERGENCY, OPERATIONAL OR LIFE-THREATENING, NATIVE OR FOREIGN assignments, be it CIVIL OR MILITARY.
3. The Govt of India, Ministry Ministry (Railway Board) had, recently revised upwardly the Grade Pay for their Employees namely, HORTICULTURE INSPECTORS(ENGG.DEPT), SENIOR CONSOLE OPERATORS (EDP DEPT) AND SENIOR DIVISIONAL CASHIERS (ACCTS DEPT), to 4600 (6500-10500 SCALE) as per their Orders of 31.08.09. Please CLICK HERE for viewing the full text of the orders.
4. Interestingly, the Railway Board's above Order also speaks (end para) that THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE 6TH CPC ON PAY SCALES OF CERTAIN OTHER CATEGORIES ARE UNDER EXAMINATION. PENDING DECISION, NOMAL REPLACEMENT PAY STRUCTURE AS IN THE FIRST SCHEDULE WOULD APPLY) (HINDI VERSION IS ALSO AVAILABLE).
5. The Armed Forces Personnel (WOs/JCOs and equivalents definitely deserve equal, if not more, treatment with their civilian counterparts and Railway employees. So, therefore, an URGENT AND IMMEDIATE action becomes necessary for upward revision of GRADE PAY of all Warrant Ranks from the existing rate of 4200/4600/4800 to 4600/4800/5400 respectively(ONE STEP ABOVE). Consequently, the Hony ranks grade pay also be upgradded to 6100 and 6600 respectively(ONE STEP ABOVE).
6. An Early Action is Solicited, and Govt Orders be Issued Urgently, PLEASE.
2. The duties, responsibilities and the nature of work performed by them has no comparison with their civilian officer equivalents. The quantity, quantity, and perfect execution of any assigned task in a given period and on time, has no parallel. No emphasis needed to be mentioned in cases of of their role in DEMANDING, EMERGENCY, OPERATIONAL OR LIFE-THREATENING, NATIVE OR FOREIGN assignments, be it CIVIL OR MILITARY.
3. The Govt of India, Ministry Ministry (Railway Board) had, recently revised upwardly the Grade Pay for their Employees namely, HORTICULTURE INSPECTORS(ENGG.DEPT), SENIOR CONSOLE OPERATORS (EDP DEPT) AND SENIOR DIVISIONAL CASHIERS (ACCTS DEPT), to 4600 (6500-10500 SCALE) as per their Orders of 31.08.09. Please CLICK HERE for viewing the full text of the orders.
4. Interestingly, the Railway Board's above Order also speaks (end para) that THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE 6TH CPC ON PAY SCALES OF CERTAIN OTHER CATEGORIES ARE UNDER EXAMINATION. PENDING DECISION, NOMAL REPLACEMENT PAY STRUCTURE AS IN THE FIRST SCHEDULE WOULD APPLY) (HINDI VERSION IS ALSO AVAILABLE).
5. The Armed Forces Personnel (WOs/JCOs and equivalents definitely deserve equal, if not more, treatment with their civilian counterparts and Railway employees. So, therefore, an URGENT AND IMMEDIATE action becomes necessary for upward revision of GRADE PAY of all Warrant Ranks from the existing rate of 4200/4600/4800 to 4600/4800/5400 respectively(ONE STEP ABOVE). Consequently, the Hony ranks grade pay also be upgradded to 6100 and 6600 respectively(ONE STEP ABOVE).
6. An Early Action is Solicited, and Govt Orders be Issued Urgently, PLEASE.
EXCHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE ON CoS REPORT APPROVAL BY GOVT
1. The following extracts of correspondence is posted for the information of all Veteran Brothers:-
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Dear Praveen,
1. I fully understand and appreciate your institutional loyalties. While these certainly are concessions, but none of these is even remotely related to OROP. The report does not touch equating pre 1.1.2006 with post 1.1.2006 pensioners which is the essence of OROP.
2. While you may be perfectly justified in highlighting these as UPA concessions to the Ex Servicemen, grouping these under the heading of OROP unfortunately amounts to misleading the pensioners.
Best regards,
Lt Gen (Emeritus) Raj Kadyan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM
Chairman IESM
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Letter from Praveen
1. I am forwarding below an extract from the recommendation of the committee headed by the Cabinet Secretary in respect of OROP which have been approved recently by the UPA Government.
Extract
On the basis of MoD’s proposal and some initiatives of the Finance Ministry/Cabinet Secretariat the following have been approved by Government:
(i) Inclusion of classification allowance for PBORs from 1.1.06.
(ii) Removal of linkage of full pension with 33 years from 1.1.06
(iii) Revision of Lt. General Pension after carving out a separate pay scale for them.
[These proposals emanate from Sixth CPC’s Report and are to be implemented w.e.f. 1.1.06].
(iv) Bringing parity between pension of pre and post 10.10.97 PBOR pensioners
(v) Further improving PBOR pensions based on award of GoM, 2006.
[These are new concessions aimed at improving the pension of PBORs, hence the benefit would be given prospectively].
(vi) Broadbanding of percentage of disability/ war injury pension for pre-1.1.96 pensioners from a prospective date.
(vii) Removal of cap on war injury element of pension since the existing cap denies full benefit of war injury element. This shall be effected prospectively.
The UPA government deserves our grateful thanks for approving the recommendation on OROP. I shall be grateful if you could kindly give the above wide publicity and email this to all Ex-Servicemen in contact with you.
With regards.
Capt Praveen Davar (Retd)
Secretary, AICC
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Demand and Reality
Ex-servicemen Government
The demand orOROP Stalls proposal
Employment in paramilitary forces No response
National Commission No response
Representation on welfare committees No response
MoD closes gap of pre and post 1996 pensioners
(SOURCE : REPORT MY SIGNAL)
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Dear Praveen,
1. I fully understand and appreciate your institutional loyalties. While these certainly are concessions, but none of these is even remotely related to OROP. The report does not touch equating pre 1.1.2006 with post 1.1.2006 pensioners which is the essence of OROP.
2. While you may be perfectly justified in highlighting these as UPA concessions to the Ex Servicemen, grouping these under the heading of OROP unfortunately amounts to misleading the pensioners.
Best regards,
Lt Gen (Emeritus) Raj Kadyan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM
Chairman IESM
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Letter from Praveen
1. I am forwarding below an extract from the recommendation of the committee headed by the Cabinet Secretary in respect of OROP which have been approved recently by the UPA Government.
Extract
On the basis of MoD’s proposal and some initiatives of the Finance Ministry/Cabinet Secretariat the following have been approved by Government:
(i) Inclusion of classification allowance for PBORs from 1.1.06.
(ii) Removal of linkage of full pension with 33 years from 1.1.06
(iii) Revision of Lt. General Pension after carving out a separate pay scale for them.
[These proposals emanate from Sixth CPC’s Report and are to be implemented w.e.f. 1.1.06].
(iv) Bringing parity between pension of pre and post 10.10.97 PBOR pensioners
(v) Further improving PBOR pensions based on award of GoM, 2006.
[These are new concessions aimed at improving the pension of PBORs, hence the benefit would be given prospectively].
(vi) Broadbanding of percentage of disability/ war injury pension for pre-1.1.96 pensioners from a prospective date.
(vii) Removal of cap on war injury element of pension since the existing cap denies full benefit of war injury element. This shall be effected prospectively.
The UPA government deserves our grateful thanks for approving the recommendation on OROP. I shall be grateful if you could kindly give the above wide publicity and email this to all Ex-Servicemen in contact with you.
With regards.
Capt Praveen Davar (Retd)
Secretary, AICC
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Demand and Reality
Ex-servicemen Government
The demand orOROP Stalls proposal
Employment in paramilitary forces No response
National Commission No response
Representation on welfare committees No response
MoD closes gap of pre and post 1996 pensioners
(SOURCE : REPORT MY SIGNAL)
Saturday, September 12, 2009
RETURNING OF MEDALS BY ARMY OFFICERS : DEBATE IN RAJYA SABHA ON 13.2.09
1. The following extract, pertaining to returning of medals by Defence Personnel (RAJYA SABHA SYNOPSIS OF DEBATE ( February 13, 2009/ Magha 24, 1930 (Saka)) is posted for the information of all Veterans:-
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The member of Ex-service men in our country is around 35 lakh, out of them the number of soldiers is around 19 lakh. Everyone is aware that our army men get retired in their early age. On account of early retirement they get nothing except pension but the Government made provisions with regard to pension in case of all other services but no action was taken with regard to the ex-service men. Due to this, the ex-service men retired at different points of time are getting pension in different modes. Some where the pension of Colonel is more than that of the Major General whereas somewhere else Havaldars get pensions more than their officers.
I want to draw the attention of the Government towards this fact that the annoyance of the ex-servicemen affects the morale of the serving army men also. Therefore, the Government should fulfil their demand at earliest.
Their demand is very simple that uniform benefit should be given to one and all as is done in case of the other services. I fail to understand the reason behind silence of the government on this issue whereas the same has drawn the attention of the entire country. The might of army is the strength of the country. (Other Hon. MPs. Shrimati Brinda Karat, Shri Abani Roy and Shri Ram Narayan Sahu, were associated).""""""""
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""""""""""""Hon. MP -SARDAR TARLOCHAN SINGH:
Around 300 retired Army Generals and those Army Personnel who have been awarded several medals and their wives reached Rashtpati Bhawan on 9th February. I am to state with great anguish that these army men returned the medals they had been given for their velour. This happened because the Government did not pay any heed to the demand of one Rank one pay put forth by the Ex-service men.
The member of Ex-service men in our country is around 35 lakh, out of them the number of soldiers is around 19 lakh. Everyone is aware that our army men get retired in their early age. On account of early retirement they get nothing except pension but the Government made provisions with regard to pension in case of all other services but no action was taken with regard to the ex-service men. Due to this, the ex-service men retired at different points of time are getting pension in different modes. Some where the pension of Colonel is more than that of the Major General whereas somewhere else Havaldars get pensions more than their officers.
I want to draw the attention of the Government towards this fact that the annoyance of the ex-servicemen affects the morale of the serving army men also. Therefore, the Government should fulfil their demand at earliest.
Their demand is very simple that uniform benefit should be given to one and all as is done in case of the other services. I fail to understand the reason behind silence of the government on this issue whereas the same has drawn the attention of the entire country. The might of army is the strength of the country. (Other Hon. MPs. Shrimati Brinda Karat, Shri Abani Roy and Shri Ram Narayan Sahu, were associated).""""""""
Friday, September 11, 2009
UPGRADATION OF SERGEANT RANK PAY SCALES TO PB-2 : VI CPC
1. It is for information of all concerned that, The GOI, MOD vide their Gazettte Notification (PART II,Sec4) F. No.11(5)2008/D(Civ.I) dated 28.8.09 had revised the Pay scales of their
XVIII WORKSHOP STAFF (On par with Railway employees) as given below:-
4. HIGHLY SKILLED 4000-6000 4000-6000 PB-1 Grade Pay 2400
WORKERS 50%
(4000-6000)**
4000-6000 4500-7000 PB-1 Grade Pay 2800
50%
5.Master Craftsman 4500-7000 5000-8000 PB -2 Grade pay 4200
** Highly skilled Worker equally split in a ratio of 50:50 and re-designated as HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER GRADE II (GP 2400 IN PB-1) AND HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER GRADE I (GP 2800 IN PB-1)
2. The SERGEANT rank has the following basic pay as per V CPC, but all of them are placed in PB-1 of VI CPC scales of pay:-
X Group SGT 5000-6500 (May be shifted to Grade pay 4200 in PB-2)
XGroup Sgt 4670-5945 (Education Instructor)( ---do---------------)
Y Group Sgt 4320-5595 --------------------do-----------------)
3. Early decision on the matter may please be taken and corr.orders issued urgently.
XVIII WORKSHOP STAFF (On par with Railway employees) as given below:-
4. HIGHLY SKILLED 4000-6000 4000-6000 PB-1 Grade Pay 2400
WORKERS 50%
(4000-6000)**
4000-6000 4500-7000 PB-1 Grade Pay 2800
50%
5.Master Craftsman 4500-7000 5000-8000 PB -2 Grade pay 4200
** Highly skilled Worker equally split in a ratio of 50:50 and re-designated as HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER GRADE II (GP 2400 IN PB-1) AND HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER GRADE I (GP 2800 IN PB-1)
2. The SERGEANT rank has the following basic pay as per V CPC, but all of them are placed in PB-1 of VI CPC scales of pay:-
X Group SGT 5000-6500 (May be shifted to Grade pay 4200 in PB-2)
XGroup Sgt 4670-5945 (Education Instructor)( ---do---------------)
Y Group Sgt 4320-5595 --------------------do-----------------)
3. Early decision on the matter may please be taken and corr.orders issued urgently.
TRUNCATED ASSURED CAREER PROGRESSION SCHEME FOR AF PERSONNEL : AFSI 1/S/08
1. The VI CPC had recommended Assured Career Progression Scheme for Armed Forces Personnel, on par with the civilian employees, providing for three upgradations of pay of next higher rank on completion of 10, 20 and 30 years of completed service. However, while accepting the same, the Govt had been kind to AF personnel and reduced the years of completed service to 8, 16 and 24 years.
2. The said Scheme finds place in Para 15 of AFSI 1/S/08. Sub para (a) lays down that An AC/LAC would be entitled to FIRST Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of CPL, on completion of 8 years of service, the SECOND Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of SGT, on compleion of 16 years of service, and THIRD Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of JWO on completion of 24 years of service. In case, he gets promoted to a next higher rank prior to the applicability of of FIRST ACP, he would only be entitled to SECOND/THIRD ACP at the specified period, Provided, he does not get any further promotion. In case, he gets second promotion before 16 years, then he would be entitled to only the 3rd ACP on completion of 24 years of service, provided he does not get any further promotion.
Sub para (b) lays down a similar narrative in respect of a direct entry Sgt.
3. So, therefore, the AFSI lays down stiff condition of 8,16 and 24 years of completed service. Even if an AC gets 2 promotions before 16 years of service, say after 12 years he becomes SGT, he will get 3rd ACP of JWO financial upgradation after 24 years (should have to wait for next 12 years). Suppose he gets regular promotion of JWO, say after compleion of 21 years, then he would not get anything (3rd ACP).
4. From the above, it appears that the spirit of the VI CPC is truncated.
5. The Min of Pers, PG&P Order No.35034/3/2008/Estt dated 19.05.09, illustrates that an official getting a promotion at 8th year gets his 2nd ACP after (8+10)18 years and 3rd after (8+10+10) 28 years completed years. Similarly if an employee gets 2nd promotion after 16 years, his 3rd ACP falls due after (16+10) 26 years. For perusal of the Illustrations and the Chart depicting examples in the said order, Please CLICK HERE
6. The AFSI 1/S/08 may have to be modified on the lines of illustrations/chart of the GO cited at para 5 above urgently in the interest of justice to AF Personnel.
PLEASE... PLEASE.....PLEASE SIRS, KINDLY ISSUE CORRIGENDUM URGENTLY.
2. The said Scheme finds place in Para 15 of AFSI 1/S/08. Sub para (a) lays down that An AC/LAC would be entitled to FIRST Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of CPL, on completion of 8 years of service, the SECOND Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of SGT, on compleion of 16 years of service, and THIRD Financial Upgradation of Pay of the rank of JWO on completion of 24 years of service. In case, he gets promoted to a next higher rank prior to the applicability of of FIRST ACP, he would only be entitled to SECOND/THIRD ACP at the specified period, Provided, he does not get any further promotion. In case, he gets second promotion before 16 years, then he would be entitled to only the 3rd ACP on completion of 24 years of service, provided he does not get any further promotion.
Sub para (b) lays down a similar narrative in respect of a direct entry Sgt.
3. So, therefore, the AFSI lays down stiff condition of 8,16 and 24 years of completed service. Even if an AC gets 2 promotions before 16 years of service, say after 12 years he becomes SGT, he will get 3rd ACP of JWO financial upgradation after 24 years (should have to wait for next 12 years). Suppose he gets regular promotion of JWO, say after compleion of 21 years, then he would not get anything (3rd ACP).
4. From the above, it appears that the spirit of the VI CPC is truncated.
5. The Min of Pers, PG&P Order No.35034/3/2008/Estt dated 19.05.09, illustrates that an official getting a promotion at 8th year gets his 2nd ACP after (8+10)18 years and 3rd after (8+10+10) 28 years completed years. Similarly if an employee gets 2nd promotion after 16 years, his 3rd ACP falls due after (16+10) 26 years. For perusal of the Illustrations and the Chart depicting examples in the said order, Please CLICK HERE
6. The AFSI 1/S/08 may have to be modified on the lines of illustrations/chart of the GO cited at para 5 above urgently in the interest of justice to AF Personnel.
PLEASE... PLEASE.....PLEASE SIRS, KINDLY ISSUE CORRIGENDUM URGENTLY.
APPLICABILITY OF CLASSIFICATION ALLOWANCE/GCB PAY FOR PENSION PURPOSES : PRE - 2006 AF RETIREES
1. In terms of Para 3(j) of AFSI 1/S/08, the CLASSIFICATION ALLOWANCE at prescribed rates for the relevant Professional Competence Skill, shall be admisssible to SERGEANTS AND BELOW RANKS as per rates (appx B to this instruction) given below:-
Group X - Class 4 to 3 - Nil Class 3 to 2 - Rs.120/- Class 2 to 1 - Rs.120/-
Group Y - Class 4 to 3 - Rs100/- Class 3 to 2 - Rs.100/- Class 2 to 1 - Rs.100/-
2. Further, in terms of Para 5(e) of AFSI 1/S/08, it is stated that, In addition to the Pay in the Revised Pay Structure, PBORs will be entitled to Classification Allowance and Good Conduct Badge Pay, where admissible, at the rates given (at Appx B to this instructions) as given below:-
Good Conduct Badge Pay : 1st Badge :Rs.80/- 2nd Badge - Rs.160/- 3rd Badge - Rs.240/-
3. The benefit of 50% of Classification Allowance was allowed to be included in the service pension of air force retirees of pre-2006, which is now allowed at 100% rate. But the Govt Orders are silent on the applicability of inclusion of 50% or 100% of GCB Pay in their service pension.
4. The benefit of the Classification Allowance and the GCB pay (entitled and drawn whilst in service by Veterans) MAY ALSO BE CONSIDERED FOR INCLUSION IN THE SERVICE PENSION OF PRE-2006 AF PENSIONERS, while revising the SERVICE PENSION of AF Personnel as per the recommendations of CoS Report of 30.6.2009.
4. This would further enhance the Service Pensions and reduce the wide gap of Pre and Post- 2006 Pensioners.
JAI HO -------JAI JAWAN ------------- -- JAI HIND -------------------------------
Group X - Class 4 to 3 - Nil Class 3 to 2 - Rs.120/- Class 2 to 1 - Rs.120/-
Group Y - Class 4 to 3 - Rs100/- Class 3 to 2 - Rs.100/- Class 2 to 1 - Rs.100/-
2. Further, in terms of Para 5(e) of AFSI 1/S/08, it is stated that, In addition to the Pay in the Revised Pay Structure, PBORs will be entitled to Classification Allowance and Good Conduct Badge Pay, where admissible, at the rates given (at Appx B to this instructions) as given below:-
Good Conduct Badge Pay : 1st Badge :Rs.80/- 2nd Badge - Rs.160/- 3rd Badge - Rs.240/-
3. The benefit of 50% of Classification Allowance was allowed to be included in the service pension of air force retirees of pre-2006, which is now allowed at 100% rate. But the Govt Orders are silent on the applicability of inclusion of 50% or 100% of GCB Pay in their service pension.
4. The benefit of the Classification Allowance and the GCB pay (entitled and drawn whilst in service by Veterans) MAY ALSO BE CONSIDERED FOR INCLUSION IN THE SERVICE PENSION OF PRE-2006 AF PENSIONERS, while revising the SERVICE PENSION of AF Personnel as per the recommendations of CoS Report of 30.6.2009.
4. This would further enhance the Service Pensions and reduce the wide gap of Pre and Post- 2006 Pensioners.
JAI HO -------JAI JAWAN ------------- -- JAI HIND -------------------------------
SEVERE DAMAGE CAUSED TO THE STATUS OF SNCOs/WOs/HONY FG OFFR/FLT LT BY USING THE TERM "PBOR" IN OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. The Personnel Below Officer Rank, the short form PBOR, had achieved tremendous popularity in the recent past. The 6th CPC used this term extensively. It found place in the Presidential address. It is used left, right and centre. Prior to this, the ranks of men in the Air Force were popularly called as Other Ranks (ORs), the JNCOs, SNCOs, WOs(Warrant Ranks) and Hony Commissioned Ranks.
2. The Senior NCOs were usually assigned the duties of Incharges of the Sections in their respective fields. Which meant overall supervision, control, maintenance of discipline of all men under them. They were reporting their work to Warrrant ranks and at times to Commissioned officers directly. In the Unit/Station duties, they used to perform as Guard Commanders, Orderly Sgt etc. and were next only to the Orderly Officer/DSO. They shared food and accommodation in the SNCOs Mess area, alongwith Warrant ranks, exccept that they were not authorised to do correspondence/letter writing etc.
3. The Warrant Ranks took off most of workload of officers, leaving ample time for them to concentrate on very important and urgent works including financial matters. They were entrusted to correspond less important and routine matters, sign railway warrants forms, local allowance vouchers, operate small contingent grants, etc. Thus the workload of the SNCOs in the defence forces was about 40% and the Warrants ranks was about 20%.
DEFINITION : The AF Spl Inst/1/S/08, Para 3(a), Defines the term as- " PBOR include Hony Commissioned Officers, MWOs, WOs, JWOs, SGTs, CPLs, LACs and ACs, subject to Air Force Act, 1950.
In the context of equivalent posts in civil side, the Sgt ranks is equivalent to ASI of police/, the JWO with the SI of police and the Warrant Officer with that of Inspector of Police and the MWO rank with that of a Dy SP.
In the Air Force we club all and call them PBORs and in the civil side from ASI onwards, they are called Police Officers.
In the Armed Forces we give importance to the ORs and give less respect and down grade the ranks (club them all as PBORs) whereas in civil they are very particular of Classsification of Posts (A,B,C and D) and a GO is issued for maintaining their status.
The following is suggested to set right the status issue of AF Personnel:-
I - All Commissioned Officers (Group 'A' posts equivalent ) - The Commissioned Officers may be called /Re-designated as President Commissioned Officers of Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. In short form, PCO (Army), PCO(Airforce), PCO(Navy) and PCO(CG). The existing ranks may remain.
II - All Warrant Ranks(Group 'B' Gazetted equivalents) - These ranks may be called/redesignated as Junior Commissioned Officers for the respective Arms of the Services i.e. JCO(Army), (Air Force), (Navy) and (CG) while retaining the existing ranks
IIII- All SNCO ranks (Grp C equivalents) - They may be called SNCOs in the Army, Air force, Navy and the Coast Guard.
IV- All JNCOs and below : No change.
2. The Senior NCOs were usually assigned the duties of Incharges of the Sections in their respective fields. Which meant overall supervision, control, maintenance of discipline of all men under them. They were reporting their work to Warrrant ranks and at times to Commissioned officers directly. In the Unit/Station duties, they used to perform as Guard Commanders, Orderly Sgt etc. and were next only to the Orderly Officer/DSO. They shared food and accommodation in the SNCOs Mess area, alongwith Warrant ranks, exccept that they were not authorised to do correspondence/letter writing etc.
3. The Warrant Ranks took off most of workload of officers, leaving ample time for them to concentrate on very important and urgent works including financial matters. They were entrusted to correspond less important and routine matters, sign railway warrants forms, local allowance vouchers, operate small contingent grants, etc. Thus the workload of the SNCOs in the defence forces was about 40% and the Warrants ranks was about 20%.
DEFINITION : The AF Spl Inst/1/S/08, Para 3(a), Defines the term as- " PBOR include Hony Commissioned Officers, MWOs, WOs, JWOs, SGTs, CPLs, LACs and ACs, subject to Air Force Act, 1950.
In the context of equivalent posts in civil side, the Sgt ranks is equivalent to ASI of police/, the JWO with the SI of police and the Warrant Officer with that of Inspector of Police and the MWO rank with that of a Dy SP.
In the Air Force we club all and call them PBORs and in the civil side from ASI onwards, they are called Police Officers.
In the Armed Forces we give importance to the ORs and give less respect and down grade the ranks (club them all as PBORs) whereas in civil they are very particular of Classsification of Posts (A,B,C and D) and a GO is issued for maintaining their status.
The following is suggested to set right the status issue of AF Personnel:-
I - All Commissioned Officers (Group 'A' posts equivalent ) - The Commissioned Officers may be called /Re-designated as President Commissioned Officers of Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. In short form, PCO (Army), PCO(Airforce), PCO(Navy) and PCO(CG). The existing ranks may remain.
II - All Warrant Ranks(Group 'B' Gazetted equivalents) - These ranks may be called/redesignated as Junior Commissioned Officers for the respective Arms of the Services i.e. JCO(Army), (Air Force), (Navy) and (CG) while retaining the existing ranks
IIII- All SNCO ranks (Grp C equivalents) - They may be called SNCOs in the Army, Air force, Navy and the Coast Guard.
IV- All JNCOs and below : No change.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
EX-SERVICEMEN WELFARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO THE HE PANJAB GOVERNOR - DULY APPOINTED (ELECTED) : 10 SEP 09
All veteran Brothers are hereby informed that all ESM Organisations and NGOs were invited by the HE Governor of Panjab in connection with a meeting to be held at Chandigarh today, thro' the Dir Sainik Welfare, Panjab. Two of our Veteran Brothers (Vet. Ex-Sgt Prabhjot singh and Vet. Ex-Cpl Kumbrah )were elected as Members in the 5 member Committee. The E-mail message is reproduced below:-
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From: ss sohi
Date: Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Subject: Pb Governor advisory Committee Ch
Dear Friends and Sirs,
1.. Today(10/9/09), HE Pb Guv invited all ESM Org/ NGOs mtg at Raj bhavan through
Director Sainik Welfare Pb.
2. Aim was to elect 5 member Advisory Committee to the HE, to
care for ESM reemp, Problems welfare etc.
3. Following unanimously elected:-
a. Lt Gen HRS Mann vice President/ Chairman. Fatehgarh Sahib.
b. Cpl JS Kumbrah member. Mohali.
c. Sgt Prabhjot Singh IESL P&C. Patiala.
d. Col Bhag Singh IESL Pb. Ludhiana.
e. Maj SS Dhillon Mohali Proposed to be member too at the Discretion of Guv.
4. Notification is being published soon. We cong all of them and wish them good luck and success.
Some Photos are attached.
With Regards.
Col SS
Sohi. 9815107744
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