President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials from the Ministry of Finance to ensure the provision of a Rs. 3,000 monthly interim allowance to all pensioners starting next week, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD).
Key Highlights:
- Immediate Action on Delayed Payments: After a delay in adding the Rs. 3,000 allowance to the October pensions, President Dissanayake has mandated that the payment be credited to pensioners’ accounts within the next week.
- Presidential Directive Following Review: During a meeting at the Presidential Secretariat on October 10th, the President met with senior officials from the Ministry of Finance to review the situation. The instruction to expedite the allowance was made due to the financial hardship faced by pensioners.
- Circular and Fund Allocation Issue: Although Circular No. 02/2024 from August 24, 2024, authorized the allowance, no funds had been allocated to support it. President Dissanayake has now ensured that the Ministry of Finance will provide the necessary funds.
- October Pension Adjustment: While the October pension payments have already been processed, the Rs. 3,000 will be separately credited within the next week. Starting from November, the allowance will be included as part of the regular pension.
- Government’s Commitment Despite Financial Challenges: Acknowledging the government’s financial difficulties, President Dissanayake nonetheless prioritized the welfare of pensioners, deciding to proceed with the payment.
This decision brings much-needed relief to Sri Lanka’s pensioners as the government works to address their financial concerns amid ongoing fiscal challenges. The President’s intervention underscores a commitment to the wellbeing of retirees.
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Last modified: October 11, 2024
