Dr. Jitendra Singh, MoS, PMO, PPG&P to inaugurate 59th pre-retirement Counselling workshop, Banker's awareness programme and exhibition of pension disbursing banks on 16th June 2026 at Srinagar

**Executive Summary** The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) will conduct the 59th Pre-Retirement Counselling Workshop and the 13th Bankers’ Awareness Programme on 16th June 2026 at SKICC, Srinagar. Inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, the event aims to improve the "Ease of Living" for approximately 300 Central Government employees scheduled to retire within the next 12 months. The programme focuses on digitizing pension processes and educating both retirees and banking institutions on pension-related rules and services. **Key Points / Main Content** **Workshop for Retiring Employees** * **Target Audience:** Around 300 Central Government employees from Jammu & Kashmir retiring within the next year. * **Core Objectives:** Facilitating a smooth transition into retirement and enhancing the digitization of pension-related processes. * **Key Sessions:** The workshop will cover Retirement Benefits, CGHS, Cyber Security, investment modes, and Family Pension. * **Digital Platforms:** Training will be provided on the BHAVISHYA portal, Integrated Pensioners Portal, CPENGRAMS, ANUBHAV, and the Digital Life Certificate. **Bankers’ Awareness Programme and Exhibition** * **Collaboration:** Organized in partnership with Jammu & Kashmir Bank. * **Purpose:** To educate Pension Disbursing Banks on the specific rules and procedures applicable to Central Government pensioners. * **Bank Exhibition:** Twelve banks will participate in a sideline exhibition to showcase pension-related banking services, account types, and financial products. **Impact Analysis** **Retiring Central Government Employees (Jammu & Kashmir)** **Impact** Retirees will gain comprehensive knowledge regarding their legal benefits, digital tools for pension management, and secure investment strategies to ensure a smoother post-retirement life. **Action Required** Attend the workshop sessions at SKICC, Srinagar, to familiarize themselves with the BHAVISHYA portal and other digital pension services. **Pension Disbursing Banks** **Impact** Banks will achieve better alignment with government regulations and procedures, reducing errors in pension disbursement and improving service delivery to senior citizens. **Action Required** Participate in the awareness programme to update internal procedures and staff the exhibition to provide retirees with information on financial products and pension accounts.

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