Question : PERMANENT PAY COMMISSION FOR ARMED FORCES



(a) whether the Government is contemplating to set up a permanent Pay Commission for armed forces;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI PRANAB MUKHERJEE)

(a) to (c): Revision in the pay and allowances of Government employees are undertaken on the recommendations of the Central Pay Commissions, both for uniformed and civilian employees. No change in the same is envisaged for the Armed Forces.