(a) whether the pension of disabled ex-servicemen has been revised as part of implementation of the Fifth Central Pay Commission;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor and the time by which it is likely to be implemented?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI BIJOY KRISHNA HANDIQUE)
(a) Yes, Sir.
(b) Based on the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission, as accepted by the Government, orders were issued for revision of the rates of disability pension in respect of Armed Forces personnel. The details of revised rates of disability element of disability pension for 100% disability are as under:-
Commissioned Officers - Rs. 2600/-pm Jr Commissioned Officers - Rs. 1900/-pm Personnel Below Officer Rank - Rs. 1550/-pm