Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission for Government Employees on Thursday. The term of the 7th Pay Commission will conclude in 2026, after which the 8th Pay Commission will come into effect.
The decision has been eagerly awaited by over one crore central government employees and pensioners, who are hoping the formation of the commission will lead to revisions in their basic pay, allowances, pensions, and other benefits.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the commission is expected to be formed by 2026.
#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, “Prime Minister has approved the 8th Central Pay Commission for all employees of Central Government…” pic.twitter.com/lrVUD25hFu
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He also stressed that the recommendations of the Seventh Pay Commission have already been implemented. The government will provide further details about the commission, including information on its members, at a later stage.
The Seventh Pay Commission introduced major changes to the salary structure, allowances, and pensions for central government employees, ensuring pay parity and benefiting both current employees and retired pensioners.
