New pension rules: These central government pensioners will get additional benefits

The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has confirmed that central government pensioners who turn 80 will be eligible for a supplementary pension. The announcement, made via an office memorandum, details the benefits available to retirees based on their age.

Additional pension accrual

The supplementary pension or compassionate benefit is structured as follows:

• From 80 to