Andhra Pradesh govt begins welfare pension disbursal process

More than 25 lakh beneficiaries received their pension on Wednesday, Principal Secretary for Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Sashibhushan Kumar said.

BySouth First Desk

Published Apr 04, 2024 | 4:03 PMUpdatedApr 04, 2024 | 4:03 PM

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The process to disburse welfare pensions to 66 lakh beneficiaries across Andhra Pradesh has started, officials said. More than 25 lakh beneficiaries received their pension on Wednesday, 3 April, Principal Secretary for Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Sashibhushan Kumar said. The distribution lasts till 6 April. The EC restricting the government from engaging volunteers caused the disbursal delay.

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