India Sets Up 8th Pay Commission to Revise Salaries and Benefits for Government Employees

In a significant move aimed at revising salaries and allowances for central government employees and pensioners, the Union Cabinet has decided to set up the 8th Pay Commission. The announcement was made by Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in a press briefing following the Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Since India’s independence in 1947, there have been seven Pay Commissions, with the most recent, the 7th Pay Commission, established in 2016. The 7th Pay Commission’s term is set to end in 2026, but the government’s proactive approach aims to set up the 8th Commission well before 2025. This timing ensures ample time for reviewing and finalizing recommendations before the conclusion of the current commission’s tenure.

Vaishnaw highlighted Prime Minister Modi’s commitment to maintaining a regular schedule for pay commissions, which has ensured that the welfare of government employees remains a priority. The establishment of the 8th Pay Commission will involve the appointment of a chairman and two members, who will soon begin their work of evaluating and revising pay scales and benefits in accordance with the changing economic landscape and government objectives.

As the 8th Pay Commission is set to commence its work, employees can anticipate a comprehensive review that aligns their compensation with current economic conditions, ensuring fair and timely adjustments.

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