Orphans with deformity to get pension beyond age of 25
The Labour Ministry has notified an amendment under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, extending pension for orphans beyond the age of 25 in case they are suffering from "disorder of mind or [are] physically crippled or disabled", an official said. The minimum orphan pension under the scheme is ₹750 per month but may be increased in the future, the official added.\n