8th Pay Commission: Minimum Salary Could Hit 58,000 if Family Unit Demand Accepted

• Central government employees demand increasing 'family unit' from 3 to 5 for minimum wage calculation.
• If accepted, minimum basic salary could rise from 18,000 to 54,000-58,500 rupees.
• Employee organizations also seek fitment factor increase (3-3.25) and Old Pension Scheme restoration.
• Other demands include higher annual increment, improved promotion policy, and increased leave encashment.
• A joint memorandum is being prepared for submission to the 8th Pay Commission chairperson.