Bharat Pensioners Samaj Submits Pre budget Memorandum to the Finance Minister
Raise Basic Income Tax exemption for Sr.Citizens to INR 500000/- for 60+ yrs & to INR 700000/- for 80 yrs & above - Bharat Pensioners Samaj Submits Pre budget Memorandum to the Finance Minister
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Press Release Of Rajya Sabha!
Press Release on Report of Rajya Sabha Committee for the Grant of One Rank One Pemnsion to Armed Forces
Friday, April 20, 2012
Letter submitted to the DRM/E.Rly,Asansol on 20-04-2012!
The Bharat Pensioner Samaj,Madhupur,is an welfare Organisation,consisting the membership of the Central Govt,including Railways,defence,postal and other Central Govt.retirees and for the Jharkhand and Bihar State Govt Pensioners at Madhupur area.
The following demands have been placed particularly, for the welfare of the Railway Pensioners,those who reside either at Madhupur Local Town area or at the nearby villages.
1.PROVISION OF OFFICE ACCOMODATION:-
As recommended by 5t CPC in their para 141-24,Railway Board permit allotment of Railway Lands and Building to staff welfare organizations,which the pensioners’ organizations in fact are ,on the ground of pension being “Deferred Wage” Subjet to future good conduct.There are Institutes,wefare entres & Women Welfare Organisations etc,which are being nursed and encouraged for welfare of the various segaments of the Railway Employees and their families,then let’s why only pensioners’ welfare organizations’ are being discriminated against?In the absence specific guidelines from the Railway Board.Railway Board is therefore,requested to consider the matter sympathetically in the light of the 5th CPC reommendations vide there para 141-24 and issue definite guideline in this regard. Bharat Pensioner SamajMadhupur,being the largest pensioners’ Organisation at this area,request for allotment of office accommodation at Madhupur station premises,at any suitable place.
2.The following irregularities have been noticed,in payment of pension of the pensioners/family pensioners:-
(a).Smt Chitra Shiekh,widow of Late Sanjeet Kumar ShiKh,ex Sr Khal.PPO/No.020221536011,SB/Acc.No.11159111890
is supposed to draw enhanced rate of family pension I,e,Rs.1900/-upto 20-07-2008,but uptill now,she is drawing the pension in enhanced rate.
(b).Md Salim,Ex.Shuntman (Opg) retired on 31-10-2004.PPO/No.02022482904,SB/Ac.No.11159123246,Last Pay drawn-Rs.4030/-inscale Rs.(3050-4590/-monthly pension fixed to Rs.2725/-his revised pension in accordance to 6th CPC fixup and may be intimated to the SBI/Madhupur BR.
©.Md.Mansoor Ali, Ex.DSL/Asstt.under Loco Foreman,Madhupur,PPO/No.02021939399,SB/Ac.No.11159105401 retired from service on 31-07-1999 total length of service is 36 years 9months and 21 days..his pension has been fixed to Rs.5400/-in 5th CPC it ia clearly indicated thatg on completion of 33 yrs service,the pension will be fixed 50% of the last pay drawn.so it is requested that his basic pension asper 5th CPC may be fixed and then,may be revised asper 6th CPC.An application has been sent to your Officed on 24-03-2012 by Registered Post to your Office..
(d).Md Younush,exGoods Driver under Loco Foreman,Madhupur, retired from the service w.e.f.31.01.1997,last pay drawn Rs.1720/-total length of service 38 yrs 11 months 15 days,,his basic pansion has been fixed to Rs.1716/-according to the recommendation of 5th CPC,who has completed 33 yrs qualifying service ,50% of the last pay should be the basic pension,.Kindly fixup his pension in accordance to 5th & 6th CPC.
Locoforman,Sitarampur,PPO/No.12013/ER/ASN,now resides at Madina Muhalya,Madhupur, 2.5 KM away from Rly Health Centre,Madhupur,claimed fixed Medical Allownces w.e.f. 01.12.1997.and sento the Sub-Post Master, B.Deoghar,but the SPM (Pen),B.Deoghar directed the same undertaking forms for further clarification to the Director Of Accounts (Postal),Patna G.P.O.Campus,stating that “In this respect it is to intimate that Rly Hospital exist at Madhupur and fixed medical allowance i
(e).Smt.Kamla Doss-Widow of Late M.A.Doss,ex s not being drawn since the start of Railway Pension to Late M.A.Doss. (Zerox copy of such letter is enclosed).Kindly intimate Hd Post Master,B.Deoghar the recent directive in ragrd to payment of FMA.
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The following demands have been placed particularly, for the welfare of the Railway Pensioners,those who reside either at Madhupur Local Town area or at the nearby villages.
1.PROVISION OF OFFICE ACCOMODATION:-
As recommended by 5t CPC in their para 141-24,Railway Board permit allotment of Railway Lands and Building to staff welfare organizations,which the pensioners’ organizations in fact are ,on the ground of pension being “Deferred Wage” Subjet to future good conduct.There are Institutes,wefare entres & Women Welfare Organisations etc,which are being nursed and encouraged for welfare of the various segaments of the Railway Employees and their families,then let’s why only pensioners’ welfare organizations’ are being discriminated against?In the absence specific guidelines from the Railway Board.Railway Board is therefore,requested to consider the matter sympathetically in the light of the 5th CPC reommendations vide there para 141-24 and issue definite guideline in this regard. Bharat Pensioner SamajMadhupur,being the largest pensioners’ Organisation at this area,request for allotment of office accommodation at Madhupur station premises,at any suitable place.
2.The following irregularities have been noticed,in payment of pension of the pensioners/family pensioners:-
(a).Smt Chitra Shiekh,widow of Late Sanjeet Kumar ShiKh,ex Sr Khal.PPO/No.020221536011,SB/Acc.No.11159111890
is supposed to draw enhanced rate of family pension I,e,Rs.1900/-upto 20-07-2008,but uptill now,she is drawing the pension in enhanced rate.
(b).Md Salim,Ex.Shuntman (Opg) retired on 31-10-2004.PPO/No.02022482904,SB/Ac.No.11159123246,Last Pay drawn-Rs.4030/-inscale Rs.(3050-4590/-monthly pension fixed to Rs.2725/-his revised pension in accordance to 6th CPC fixup and may be intimated to the SBI/Madhupur BR.
©.Md.Mansoor Ali, Ex.DSL/Asstt.under Loco Foreman,Madhupur,PPO/No.02021939399,SB/Ac.No.11159105401 retired from service on 31-07-1999 total length of service is 36 years 9months and 21 days..his pension has been fixed to Rs.5400/-in 5th CPC it ia clearly indicated thatg on completion of 33 yrs service,the pension will be fixed 50% of the last pay drawn.so it is requested that his basic pension asper 5th CPC may be fixed and then,may be revised asper 6th CPC.An application has been sent to your Officed on 24-03-2012 by Registered Post to your Office..
(d).Md Younush,exGoods Driver under Loco Foreman,Madhupur, retired from the service w.e.f.31.01.1997,last pay drawn Rs.1720/-total length of service 38 yrs 11 months 15 days,,his basic pansion has been fixed to Rs.1716/-according to the recommendation of 5th CPC,who has completed 33 yrs qualifying service ,50% of the last pay should be the basic pension,.Kindly fixup his pension in accordance to 5th & 6th CPC.
Locoforman,Sitarampur,PPO/No.12013/ER/ASN,now resides at Madina Muhalya,Madhupur, 2.5 KM away from Rly Health Centre,Madhupur,claimed fixed Medical Allownces w.e.f. 01.12.1997.and sento the Sub-Post Master, B.Deoghar,but the SPM (Pen),B.Deoghar directed the same undertaking forms for further clarification to the Director Of Accounts (Postal),Patna G.P.O.Campus,stating that “In this respect it is to intimate that Rly Hospital exist at Madhupur and fixed medical allowance i
(e).Smt.Kamla Doss-Widow of Late M.A.Doss,ex s not being drawn since the start of Railway Pension to Late M.A.Doss. (Zerox copy of such letter is enclosed).Kindly intimate Hd Post Master,B.Deoghar the recent directive in ragrd to payment of FMA.
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Friday, April 13, 2012
Discssion paper presented to 3rd National Conference Of Rly Pensioner!
Discussion paper presented to 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations at New Jalpaiguri on 29.3.2012
Discussion paper presented to 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations at New Jalpaiguri on 29.3.2012
URL: http://db.tt/RqPcfG92
Resolutions adopted for further transmission to Govt.
( It may be noted that final document is still under preparation & will include justification for each & every demand.)
URL: http://db.tt/dX1tVAXK
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Discussion paper presented to 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations at New Jalpaiguri on 29.3.2012
URL: http://db.tt/RqPcfG92
Resolutions adopted for further transmission to Govt.
( It may be noted that final document is still under preparation & will include justification for each & every demand.)
URL: http://db.tt/dX1tVAXK
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Monday, April 9, 2012
Present Court Case Position Of OA-655-2010
Hearing of contempt Petition reg. OA 655 - 2010 reg Modified Parity of Pension was held on 28-3-2012. Govt advocate tried to persuade the Petitioners counsel to agree for discharge of contempt as matter was in HC. He was told that as per HC orders of 19th, Petitioners had only agreed not to press the matter till 4th May. Early date soon after 4th May was requested and next date is 9th May for contempt petition.
3rd National Convention at New Jalpaiguri
Photo Album 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations at New Jalpaiguri
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3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations a grand success with largest ever gathering
BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ AT NEW HEIGHTS
On 29.3.2012, with the sunrise in the ‘East’, a new rhythm rose from New Jalpaiguri. Mount Kanchanjunga, with the fragrance of its flowers, echoed with “Vande Matram”. Eleven Hundred delegates representing Rly. Pensioners Associations from across the country plus 450 members of NFRPA(North East Railway Pensioners Association Guwahati), got up with a new spirit and inspiration, imbibed by Bharat Pensioners Samaj, to struggle afresh for their Rights & Welfare.
Another voice then thrilled across NF Railway Community Hall New Jalpaiguri & thrice filled the atmosphere with high pitched sounds and the sky–rocketing slogans of “Pensioners’ Unity ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”, “BPS ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”, “NFRPA ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”.
And then, all the heads bowed in prayer seeking peace to the departed Souls.
Thus began the first session of 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations with the largest ever gathering of the representatives of Rly Pensioners Associations in India which was followed by 2days Annual General meeting of North East Railway Pensioners Associations.
After the felicitations of dignitaries, the Welcome Address was presented by A.M. Roy, President Reception Committee. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. K.R. Gangadharan, Vice President South Asia, IFA Toronto – Canada, who was the ‘Chief Guest’, explained the role of IFA in securing human rights of the elderly.
S. C. Maheshwari, Secretary (Railway) BPS presented the Discussion Paper for the day. R.N. Mital, President, ‘AISCCON’ (All India Senior Citizens Confederation) and K. Srinivasan Zonal Secretary ‘National Federation of Railway Pensioners, Palghat’ rose to express solidarity of their organizations in the cause of safeguarding the welfare and rights of Retired Persons.
Pre lunch session ended with a mass rally of retirees.
In the second session after Lunch : Speaker after speaker endorsed and discussed the issues raised in the Discussion Paper which, when summed up by Shyam Sunder, Secy. Genl, BPS, after day long deliberations, took the shape of 40 resolutions which were adopted unanimously by the House for onward transmission to Govt. of India.
The evening was made memorable with unique cultural programme presented in the honour of retired persons by the daughters, daughters’ in-law & grand children of retirees of West Bengal & Assam.
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Thursday, April 5, 2012
Dearness Relief to Pensioners wef 01.01.2012
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Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Young India will grow old in next five years
http://epaper.mailtoday.in/showtext.aspx?boxid=21413906&parentid=66352&issuedate=442012
Young India will grow old in next five years
By Savita Verma in New Delhi
INDIA may lose the advantage of being a young nation in the next five years as the number of people over 60 years exceeds children below five years.
The warning has been given on the occasion of the World Health Day on Saturday, by the World Health Organisation ( WHO). The health organisation said ageing population necessitates that the country embark on a path to universalise healthcare.
“ We expect that in the next five years, ageing population over 60 years will outnumber children under five. This is because fertility in India is declining and the number of people over 60 years is increasing,” Dr Nata Menabde, WHO representative to India, said.
Dividends gained by being a young nation would be adjusted against these trends.
This makes it essential that the country increases routine immunisation to save children who die because of childhood infections which can be prevented. It is estimated that the population aged 60 years and above will grow from 77 million, 7.4 per cent of the total population in 2001, to 300 million, 17 per cent of the total population by 2050.
“ To enable the elderly to live full, enriching and productive lives, they need to remain connected to the world, staying among and in harmony with their beloved ones and others of all ages in their communities,” she said.
The transition to nuclear families is expected to lead to a crisis situation for the ageing population in India. The question people will then face is who should take care of the aged. The expected 300 million aged should not be seen as a burden on productive population. Rather, growing old should be seen as an opportunity to bring benefit to the lives of millions of children, young and adults, through their experience, knowledge and wisdom.
The WHO said that as of now, the government is not geared to meet the needs of the ageing population. It has failed even to provide universal healthcare.
“ We cannot talk of availability of services for everybody’s needs, more so for elderly,” Menabde said. What is more challenging is that fact that 75 per cent of the aged would be in rural areas in India. Thus, healthcare and job opportunities must be created in rural areas. For healthcare, the government must come out with a tax revenue- based universal healthcare system since private insurance is beyond the reach of many.
The ageing population must enjoy the right to shelter, nutrition and healthcare.
Ageing women are more vulnerable than men. Since women outlive men generally, women become more vulnerable and dependent after their husbands’ deaths, the UN panel said.
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Position of Pensioners cases Pending in Courts as on 02.04.2012
Position of Pensioners cases pending in courts.As on 02.04.2012-Click to read full document
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Monday, April 2, 2012
3rd National Convention of Rly. Pensioners Associations in Jalpaiguri-A grand success with mamoth gathering
BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ AT NEW HEIGHTS
On 29.3. 2012 With the sunrise in the ‘East’, a rhythm rose from New Jalpaiguri . Kanchanjunga with the fragrance of its flowers echoed “Vande Matram”. 1100 delegates representing Rly Pensioners Associations from across the country plus 450 members of NFPRA Guwhati, rose with new spirit & inspiration imbibed by Bharat Pensioners Samaj to struggle for their Rights & Welfare.
Another Voice shrilled across NF Railway Community Hall New Jalpaiguri & thrice filled the atmosphere with high pitched sounds of Pensioners unity JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD BPS JINDABAD - JINDABAD - JINDABAD . NFRPA JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD.
And then, the ‘Heads’ bowed in prayer seeking peace to the departed Souls.
Thus began the 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations with largest ever gathering of the representatives Rly Pensioners Associations.
After facilitation of guests and welcome address by A.M. Roy, President reception committee. Dr. K.R. Gangadharan Vice president South Assia IFA & the ‘Chief Guest’ Speaking on the occasion explained the role of IFA in securing human rights of elderly.
S. C. Maheshwari; Secretary (Railway) BPS presented discussion paper for the day. R.N. Mital president ‘AISCCON’ (All India Senior Citizens Confederation) and K. Srinivasan Zonal Secretary ‘National Federation of Railway Pensioner Palghat’ rose to express solidarity of their organizations in safe guarding welfare & rights of Retired Persons.
Speaker after speaker endorsed the issues raised in the discussion paper, which after day long deliberation when summed up by Shyam Sunder Secy. Genl. BPS, took the shape of 40 resolutions which were adopted unanimously by the house for onward transmission to Govt. of India.
After taking decision to hold, 4rth National Convention of Rly. Pensioners Associations at Nagpur in 2013and vote of thanks. Convention ended with the Singing of National Anthem.
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Compendium FAQ for C.G.Pensioners, RELHS & Pass Rules for Rly. Pensioners
Bharat Pensioners Samaj Publishes Compendium of frequently asked questions for C.G.Pensioners &
extracts of Railway Pass and RELHS Rules for Rly Pensioners, to commemorate the 3rd National
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22740206/Compendium%202012%20final.pdf
Convention of Railway Pensioners’ associations on 29.03.2012 at New Jalpaiguri (WB)
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Friday, March 16, 2012
Budget 20012-13 Sr.Citizens stand cheated?
For & up to F.Y.2004-2005 Sr. Citizens were getting, concession in income tax payable (under section 80CC) to the tune of Rs 20000/-as compared to other citizens with similar taxable income. In 2005-2006 this was changed, basic exception for other citizens was raised to Rs 100000/- & that for Sr Citizens it was made 185000/- This resulted in actual Tax relief of Rs12000/- instead of Rs 20000/-.Thereafter it has been progressively reduced & today it stands at just Rs5000/-
Right from its inception,the basic I. tax exemption is related to cost of living.Where as in comparison to the year 2004-05 cost of food items have gone up by more than 5 times & that of health care has gone up more than 7 times. I.Tax exemption in terms of Tax payable for Sr. Citizens have gone down from 20000/- to Rs 5000/-
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
3rd National Convention of Rly Pensioners Associations-Message of Sh. R.C.Misra. Secretary G.O.I.(AR,PG & Pension )
Nothing without struggle
Rail Pensioners march to New Jalpaiguri” When to avert ‘Mahabharat’ Lord Krishna wanted to make a compromise between Pandvas and Kauravas with merely 5 villages under Pandava’s control and rest entire estate with Kauravas but Kaurvas replied “Can’t give a piece of land even equal to the top of needle without a war. Same situate before us today, Govt. of India is rejecting every just demand of Pensioners. N.F. Railway Pensioners Association invites you to IIIrd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations under the aegis of BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ at New Jalpaiguri (WB)
On 29th March 2012 Contact Bimalendu Chakraborty,Mob.08016135182,Tel: 0353 2592331,2562545 e.mail: bimalendu1947@gmail.com Postal address: Bimalendu Chakraborty,working chairman,Office of the N.F. Railway Pensioners Association; NJP Gate bazar, P.O. Bhaktinagar, (West Bengal) Pin-734007 Note: Delegation fee Rs 150/- per person inclusive of one night stay, one Dinner on 28th & Lunch on29th.
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3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations a grand success with largest ever gathering
BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ AT NEW HEIGHTS
On 29.3.2012, with the sunrise in the ‘East’, a new rhythm rose from New Jalpaiguri. Mount Kanchanjunga, with the fragrance of its flowers, echoed with “Vande Matram”. Eleven Hundred delegates representing Rly. Pensioners Associations from across the country plus 450 members of NFRPA(North East Railway Pensioners Association Guwahati), got up with a new spirit and inspiration, imbibed by Bharat Pensioners Samaj, to struggle afresh for their Rights & Welfare.
Another voice then thrilled across NF Railway Community Hall New Jalpaiguri & thrice filled the atmosphere with high pitched sounds and the sky–rocketing slogans of “Pensioners’ Unity ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”, “BPS ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”, “NFRPA ZINDABAD – ZINDABAD”.
And then, all the heads bowed in prayer seeking peace to the departed Souls.
Thus began the first session of 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations with the largest ever gathering of the representatives of Rly Pensioners Associations in India which was followed by 2days Annual General meeting of North East Railway Pensioners Associations.
After the felicitations of dignitaries, the Welcome Address was presented by A.M. Roy, President Reception Committee. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. K.R. Gangadharan, Vice President South Asia, IFA Toronto – Canada, who was the ‘Chief Guest’, explained the role of IFA in securing human rights of the elderly.
S. C. Maheshwari, Secretary (Railway) BPS presented the Discussion Paper for the day. R.N. Mital, President, ‘AISCCON’ (All India Senior Citizens Confederation) and K. Srinivasan Zonal Secretary ‘National Federation of Railway Pensioners, Palghat’ rose to express solidarity of their organizations in the cause of safeguarding the welfare and rights of Retired Persons.
Pre lunch session ended with a mass rally of retirees.
In the second session after Lunch : Speaker after speaker endorsed and discussed the issues raised in the Discussion Paper which, when summed up by Shyam Sunder, Secy. Genl, BPS, after day long deliberations, took the shape of 40 resolutions which were adopted unanimously by the House for onward transmission to Govt. of India.
The evening was made memorable with unique cultural programme presented in the honour of retired persons by the daughters, daughters’ in-law & grand children of retirees of West Bengal & Assam.
To view Album click URL : http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/BPS1955/photos/album/2098426151/pic/list
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Thursday, April 5, 2012
Dearness Relief to Pensioners wef 01.01.2012
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Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Young India will grow old in next five years
http://epaper.mailtoday.in/showtext.aspx?boxid=21413906&parentid=66352&issuedate=442012
Young India will grow old in next five years
By Savita Verma in New Delhi
INDIA may lose the advantage of being a young nation in the next five years as the number of people over 60 years exceeds children below five years.
The warning has been given on the occasion of the World Health Day on Saturday, by the World Health Organisation ( WHO). The health organisation said ageing population necessitates that the country embark on a path to universalise healthcare.
“ We expect that in the next five years, ageing population over 60 years will outnumber children under five. This is because fertility in India is declining and the number of people over 60 years is increasing,” Dr Nata Menabde, WHO representative to India, said.
Dividends gained by being a young nation would be adjusted against these trends.
This makes it essential that the country increases routine immunisation to save children who die because of childhood infections which can be prevented. It is estimated that the population aged 60 years and above will grow from 77 million, 7.4 per cent of the total population in 2001, to 300 million, 17 per cent of the total population by 2050.
“ To enable the elderly to live full, enriching and productive lives, they need to remain connected to the world, staying among and in harmony with their beloved ones and others of all ages in their communities,” she said.
The transition to nuclear families is expected to lead to a crisis situation for the ageing population in India. The question people will then face is who should take care of the aged. The expected 300 million aged should not be seen as a burden on productive population. Rather, growing old should be seen as an opportunity to bring benefit to the lives of millions of children, young and adults, through their experience, knowledge and wisdom.
The WHO said that as of now, the government is not geared to meet the needs of the ageing population. It has failed even to provide universal healthcare.
“ We cannot talk of availability of services for everybody’s needs, more so for elderly,” Menabde said. What is more challenging is that fact that 75 per cent of the aged would be in rural areas in India. Thus, healthcare and job opportunities must be created in rural areas. For healthcare, the government must come out with a tax revenue- based universal healthcare system since private insurance is beyond the reach of many.
The ageing population must enjoy the right to shelter, nutrition and healthcare.
Ageing women are more vulnerable than men. Since women outlive men generally, women become more vulnerable and dependent after their husbands’ deaths, the UN panel said.
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Position of Pensioners cases Pending in Courts as on 02.04.2012
Position of Pensioners cases pending in courts.As on 02.04.2012-Click to read full document
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Monday, April 2, 2012
3rd National Convention of Rly. Pensioners Associations in Jalpaiguri-A grand success with mamoth gathering
BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ AT NEW HEIGHTS
On 29.3. 2012 With the sunrise in the ‘East’, a rhythm rose from New Jalpaiguri . Kanchanjunga with the fragrance of its flowers echoed “Vande Matram”. 1100 delegates representing Rly Pensioners Associations from across the country plus 450 members of NFPRA Guwhati, rose with new spirit & inspiration imbibed by Bharat Pensioners Samaj to struggle for their Rights & Welfare.
Another Voice shrilled across NF Railway Community Hall New Jalpaiguri & thrice filled the atmosphere with high pitched sounds of Pensioners unity JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD BPS JINDABAD - JINDABAD - JINDABAD . NFRPA JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD- JINDA BAD.
And then, the ‘Heads’ bowed in prayer seeking peace to the departed Souls.
Thus began the 3rd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations with largest ever gathering of the representatives Rly Pensioners Associations.
After facilitation of guests and welcome address by A.M. Roy, President reception committee. Dr. K.R. Gangadharan Vice president South Assia IFA & the ‘Chief Guest’ Speaking on the occasion explained the role of IFA in securing human rights of elderly.
S. C. Maheshwari; Secretary (Railway) BPS presented discussion paper for the day. R.N. Mital president ‘AISCCON’ (All India Senior Citizens Confederation) and K. Srinivasan Zonal Secretary ‘National Federation of Railway Pensioner Palghat’ rose to express solidarity of their organizations in safe guarding welfare & rights of Retired Persons.
Speaker after speaker endorsed the issues raised in the discussion paper, which after day long deliberation when summed up by Shyam Sunder Secy. Genl. BPS, took the shape of 40 resolutions which were adopted unanimously by the house for onward transmission to Govt. of India.
After taking decision to hold, 4rth National Convention of Rly. Pensioners Associations at Nagpur in 2013and vote of thanks. Convention ended with the Singing of National Anthem.
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Compendium FAQ for C.G.Pensioners, RELHS & Pass Rules for Rly. Pensioners
Bharat Pensioners Samaj Publishes Compendium of frequently asked questions for C.G.Pensioners &
extracts of Railway Pass and RELHS Rules for Rly Pensioners, to commemorate the 3rd National
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22740206/Compendium%202012%20final.pdf
Convention of Railway Pensioners’ associations on 29.03.2012 at New Jalpaiguri (WB)
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Friday, March 16, 2012
Budget 20012-13 Sr.Citizens stand cheated?
For & up to F.Y.2004-2005 Sr. Citizens were getting, concession in income tax payable (under section 80CC) to the tune of Rs 20000/-as compared to other citizens with similar taxable income. In 2005-2006 this was changed, basic exception for other citizens was raised to Rs 100000/- & that for Sr Citizens it was made 185000/- This resulted in actual Tax relief of Rs12000/- instead of Rs 20000/-.Thereafter it has been progressively reduced & today it stands at just Rs5000/-
Right from its inception,the basic I. tax exemption is related to cost of living.Where as in comparison to the year 2004-05 cost of food items have gone up by more than 5 times & that of health care has gone up more than 7 times. I.Tax exemption in terms of Tax payable for Sr. Citizens have gone down from 20000/- to Rs 5000/-
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
3rd National Convention of Rly Pensioners Associations-Message of Sh. R.C.Misra. Secretary G.O.I.(AR,PG & Pension )
Nothing without struggle
Rail Pensioners march to New Jalpaiguri” When to avert ‘Mahabharat’ Lord Krishna wanted to make a compromise between Pandvas and Kauravas with merely 5 villages under Pandava’s control and rest entire estate with Kauravas but Kaurvas replied “Can’t give a piece of land even equal to the top of needle without a war. Same situate before us today, Govt. of India is rejecting every just demand of Pensioners. N.F. Railway Pensioners Association invites you to IIIrd National Convention of Railway Pensioners Associations under the aegis of BHARAT PENSIONERS SAMAJ at New Jalpaiguri (WB)
On 29th March 2012 Contact Bimalendu Chakraborty,Mob.08016135182,Tel: 0353 2592331,2562545 e.mail: bimalendu1947@gmail.com Postal address: Bimalendu Chakraborty,working chairman,Office of the N.F. Railway Pensioners Association; NJP Gate bazar, P.O. Bhaktinagar, (West Bengal) Pin-734007 Note: Delegation fee Rs 150/- per person inclusive of one night stay, one Dinner on 28th & Lunch on29th.
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