EPFO Launches Centralized Pension Payments System (CPPS) Across India
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | EPFO launches Centralized Pension Payments System (CPPS) nationwide. |
| Key Features | - Nationwide accessibility: Pensions can be withdrawn from any bank branch. - Streamlined disbursement process: Modernizes and simplifies pension services. |
| Beneficiaries | Over 68 lakh pensioners across India. |
| Implementation | CPPS rolled out across all 122 regional offices of the EPFO. |
| Financial Disbursement | Approximately ₹1,570 crore disbursed in December 2024. |
| Historical Context | Previously, decentralized system caused complexities and delays for pensioners. CPPS addresses these issues. |

