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Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh Scrap Mutual Consent Rule for Pensioner Dearness Relief
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🗓 20 Jul 2026, 10:34 AM
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Both states have abolished the mutual consent requirement that previously governed the disbursement of dearness allowance to pensioners, simplifying the process for beneficiaries.
The governments of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh have announced the removal of the mutual consent rule that had previously been a prerequisite for the payment of dearness allowance to pensioners. The rule had required both the pensioner and the state authorities to agree on the amount before disbursement could occur.
Under the new directive, the dearness allowance will be credited automatically to pensioners’ accounts without the need for a separate consent process. The decision is aimed at reducing administrative delays and ensuring timely receipt of the benefit.
Pensioners across both states are expected to see a smoother and faster transfer of funds, as the new policy eliminates a bureaucratic hurdle that had caused periodic waiting periods. The change is part of a broader effort to streamline pension disbursement mechanisms.
State officials have stated that the removal of the consent requirement will not affect the eligibility criteria or the amount of the allowance, but will simply expedite the payment process.
Under the new directive, the dearness allowance will be credited automatically to pensioners’ accounts without the need for a separate consent process. The decision is aimed at reducing administrative delays and ensuring timely receipt of the benefit.
Pensioners across both states are expected to see a smoother and faster transfer of funds, as the new policy eliminates a bureaucratic hurdle that had caused periodic waiting periods. The change is part of a broader effort to streamline pension disbursement mechanisms.
State officials have stated that the removal of the consent requirement will not affect the eligibility criteria or the amount of the allowance, but will simply expedite the payment process.