Opposition Criticizes Modi Government's Unified Pension Scheme, JMM Demands Old Pension Scheme

The opposition has launched a strong critique of the Modi government's newly announced Unified Pension Scheme. The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has criticized the scheme, labeling it as inadequate and a mere facade. The JMM, among other opposition parties, has demanded the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), asserting that the new scheme does not address the real concerns of pensioners and government employees. The Unified Pension Scheme, set to be implemented from April 2025, aims to provide assured pensions, family pensions, and a guaranteed minimum pension for central government employees. However, critics argue that the scheme falls short in meeting the expectations and needs of employees who were previously covered under the OPS. The opposition's call for the OPS underscores ongoing debates about pension reforms and the adequacy of the government's proposed solutions.