October 14, 2026 4:38 PM
Cabinet approves Rs 53,428 crore social assistance programme, expands disability pension eligibility
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme for five years, from 2026–27 to 2030–31, with an outlay of ₹53,428 crore, while expanding disability pension eligibility and increasing assistance. The programme will be renamed Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana. The decision, taken by the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will benefit 3.20 crore beneficiaries across all 36 states and Union Territories. Under the renam...