The Uttarakhand government has transferred more than ₹148.18 crore in October pension payments to the accounts of over 9.99 lakh beneficiaries covered by various Social Welfare Department schemes.
The money was sent through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) at a government residence. The payment is intended to provide financial support to senior citizens, persons with disabilities, widows and destitute people who receive assistance under the department’s pension programmes.
Focus on timely welfare payments
The government said it is committed to supporting the dignified living and economic security of people who need assistance. It also said welfare benefits should reach every eligible beneficiary through a transparent system and within the scheduled period.
According to the government, the objective is to ensure that no eligible person is denied access to benefits meant for them. The October transfer covers more than 9.99 lakh beneficiaries across the various pension schemes administered by the Social Welfare Department.
Cabinet minister Khajan Dass was also present on the occasion. No further details about individual scheme-wise amounts or beneficiary numbers were provided.
Conclusion
The verified development is the DBT transfer of more than ₹148.18 crore in October pensions to over 9.99 lakh beneficiaries under Uttarakhand’s Social Welfare Department schemes. The government said the process is intended to deliver support transparently and on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How much money was transferred?
More than ₹148.18 crore was transferred as October pension payments.
Q. How many beneficiaries received the payment?
The transfer covered more than 9.99 lakh beneficiaries.
Q. Which department oversees these pension schemes?
The schemes are operated under the Social Welfare Department.
Q. How were the pensions paid?
The money was transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Q. Which groups are covered by the pensions?
The statement refers to senior citizens, persons with disabilities, widows and destitute people.
Q. Who attended the occasion?
Cabinet minister Khajan Dass was present.
