One Rank One Pension announcement likely on Friday (28.8.2015) “There is speculation that an OROP announcement could come as early as Friday, August 28, the 50th anniversary of the 1965 war with Pakistan”. OROP – Fasting protesters admitted to the hospital Retired servicemen from the armed forces are on a fast-until-death protest at New Delhi’s Jantar … [Read more...] about One Rank One Pension announcement likely on Friday (28.8.2015)
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OROP: Prime Minister’s Assurance on One Rank One Pension
Prime Minister’s Assurance on One Rank One Pension ‘After hoisting the national flag at the Red Fort, the Prime Minister addressed the nation. Here are excerpts from the speech.’ “A number of governments have come and gone before us. They have all dealt with the One Rank One Pension problem. The scheme was presented to all of them. Each of those governments has given … [Read more...] about OROP: Prime Minister’s Assurance on One Rank One Pension
OROP – PM reiterated that the demand had been accepted by the Government “in-principle” and he was hopeful of a positive outcome
OROP - PM reiterated that the demand had been accepted by the Government “in-principle” and he was hopeful of a positive outcome “On the long-standing demand from ex-serviceman for One-Rank, One-Pension, the Prime Minister reiterated that the demand had been accepted by the Government “in-principle.” He said the modalities were being worked out with stakeholders, and he was … [Read more...] about OROP – PM reiterated that the demand had been accepted by the Government “in-principle” and he was hopeful of a positive outcome
Astronomical Expectations on OROP Once Again!
Astronomical Expectations on OROP Once Again! “Ever since news has surfaced that official announcement on the One Rank One Pension scheme will be made on August 15, expectations have started to soar again.” There is a general feeling that time has come for the implementation of the One Rank One Pension scheme, which has been a long-time dream for more than 30 lakh … [Read more...] about Astronomical Expectations on OROP Once Again!
Anna Hazare Prepares for Nationwide Protests for OROP
Anna Hazare Prepares for Nationwide Protests for OROP Anna Hazare has announced that he will soon launch nationwide protests against the Land Acquisition Act and for the implementation of OROP. The government under Narendra Modi is getting ready to make amendments to the current Land Acquisition Act and implement it. The new Bill was presented in the … [Read more...] about Anna Hazare Prepares for Nationwide Protests for OROP
UFESM expected a date for implementation of OROP
UFESM expected a date for implementation of OROP – Relay hunger strike continues Government committed to implement ‘One Rank One Pension': Manohar Parrikar to ex-servicemen Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar has conveyed the NDA government’s “unequivocal commitment” in implementing ‘One Rank One Pension’ (OROP) when a delegation of ex-servicemen, who are on a strike for … [Read more...] about UFESM expected a date for implementation of OROP
One Rank One Pension – Central Government Ignores Week-long Protests
One Rank One Pension – Central Government Ignores Week-long Protests “The protests that began in New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar last Monday, demanding immediate implementation of the OROP continues even as the government chooses to turn a blind eye towards it” Ex-servicemen have been protesting now for a week at New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, demanding the immediate implementation … [Read more...] about One Rank One Pension – Central Government Ignores Week-long Protests
OROP Scheme – VK Singh says the Centre is certainly committed to implement
OROP Scheme – VK Singh says the Centre is certainly committed to implement “For more than four days now, the relay fast protests by the ex-servicemen have been on in New Delhi demanding the immediate implementation of the OROP scheme.” All over the country, in 20 cities, the relay fast protests by ex-servicemen, seeking the immediate implementation of the One Rank One Pension … [Read more...] about OROP Scheme – VK Singh says the Centre is certainly committed to implement
One Rank One Pension – Ex-servicemen launch nationwide stir
One Rank One Pension – Ex-servicemen launch nationwide stir Ex-servicemen have launched a series of protests all over the country demanding the implementation of the One Rank One Pension scheme. A massive relay hunger strike began in New Delhi. In select cities around the country, ex-servicemen gathered in huge numbers to express their dissatisfaction against the … [Read more...] about One Rank One Pension – Ex-servicemen launch nationwide stir
OROP continues to make headlines
OROP continues to make headlines “Prime Minister declared once again that OROP is a finalized issue.” News continues to surface regarding the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme, which is eagerly being awaited by lakhs of ex-servicemen and their families all over the country. For more than thirty years now, the Central Government continues to struggle to implement the OROP … [Read more...] about OROP continues to make headlines