CM Dhami Sanctions Action Against Dual Pension Recipients in Uttarakhand

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CM Dhami Cracks Down on Dual Pensioners, Orders Action Against Ineligible Beneficiaries

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News18•22-02-2026, 08:45

CM Dhami Cracks Down on Dual Pensioners, Orders Action Against Ineligible Beneficiaries

•Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami approved action against individuals receiving both government pension and social welfare benefits.
•A CAG data analysis revealed 1,377 people in the state were drawing dual pensions, highlighting irregularities.
•CM Dhami directed discontinuation of pensions for ineligible beneficiaries and initiation of legal proceedings.
•He ordered a thorough probe into the matter and accountability at all levels to ensure benefits reach only eligible individuals.
•The CM emphasized that state government pensioners receiving social security benefits like old age or widow pensions is against rules.

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