Andhra Pradesh raises extra pension rates for 70‑ and 75‑year‑olds
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Andhra Pradesh government announced that from December 2026 it will increase the additional pension amount for senior citizens, raising it by 10% for those aged 70 and 15% for those aged 75. The change applies to the state’s National Social Assistance Programme, which covers about 62 lakh beneficiaries who receive monthly pensions, most of whom live at home. The adjustment aims to improve financial support for the state’s aging population.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.
Who is covering this story
- Right-leaning (1): Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- 9.34 Lakh Pensioners Under NSAP in AP — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- AP Revises Additional Pension Rates For Those Aged 70, 75 — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)