This document contains the address delivered by V. Srinivas, Secretary of the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare, at the 1st National Workshop on Pension Litigation held in New Delhi. The address highlights the government's efforts over the past decade to modernize pension laws, simplify forms, and improve grievance redressal through systems like CPENGRAMS. It notes key milestones such as the launch of various CCS Pension Rules, the integration of bank portals with BHAVISHYA, and the success of Pension Adalats. The speech also acknowledges the role of Supreme Court rulings in shaping progressive pension policies, including options for shifting between pension schemes and nomination rights for female employees.

This document contains the address delivered by V. Srinivas, Secretary of the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare, at the 1st National Workshop on Pension Litigation held in New Delhi. The address highlights the government's efforts over the past decade to modernize pension laws, simplify forms, and improve grievance redressal through systems like CPENGRAMS. It notes key milestones such as the launch of various CCS Pension Rules, the integration of bank portals with BHAVISHYA, and the success of Pension Adalats. The speech also acknowledges the role of Supreme Court rulings in shaping progressive pension policies, including options for shifting between pension schemes and nomination rights for female employees.