Social Security for All: Building a More Secure Future for India’s Workers - Kashmir Convener
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India's social security framework, particularly through the EPFO, has expanded coverage to over one billion people and now includes provisions for disability-related financial protection. The article discusses how EPFO's pension scheme provides benefits to members who face disability affecting their earning capacity, alongside retirement and survivor benefits.
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#### **S Ahmad** * * * > **_India’s social security framework has expanded through wider EPFO coverage, digital reforms and welfare initiatives. EPFO provides provident fund savings, pension and insurance benefits to eligible members. The increase in the mandatory coverage wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 is expected to bring over 51 lakh additional employees within its ambit._** #### A secure…
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