Bihar CM transfers ₹1,237 crore to over 1.8 crore beneficiaries under social security pension scheme
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary transferred ₹1,237 crore to 1.8 crore beneficiaries under the state's social security pension scheme. The government aims to ensure all eligible elderly, disabled, and widowed citizens receive support.
Why it matters
This highlights state-level welfare distribution and the government's efforts to maintain social safety nets for vulnerable populations.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday (October 10, 2026) transferred ₹1,237.48 crore into the bank accounts of over 1.8 crore beneficiaries under the social security pension scheme, which included the elderly, persons with disabilities, and widows. He transferred ₹1,100 per person for September 2026. The government observes the 10th of every month as Bihar Pension Day to disburse social security pension to beneficiaries.
Congratulating all the beneficiaries, Mr. Choudhary said all District Magistrates must ensure that no eligible beneficiary of the social security pension is left out. He also urged the public representatives to visit villages in their respective constituencies and ensure that all eligible beneficiaries receive social security pension.
“A special campaign should be conducted to ensure that no eligible person remains deprived of the social security pension. During the health survey, also verify whether eligible beneficiaries are receiving social security pensions or not,” the Chief Minister said.
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