Kohima, February 10 (MExN): The 145th Defence Pension Adalat to educate the ex-servicemen of North East region on pension policies and to rectify anomalies was held for the first time in Dimapur under the aegis of Spear Corps. The event was held on February 8 and 9. It was well subscribed, and a total of 175 Ex- Servicemen, Widows and Veer Naris attended the adalat.
The Adalat was conducted by Controller General of Defence Accounts N Neihsial and officials of PCDA, Allahabad.
A total of 148 anomalies came up and out of these 109 cases were settled on the spot, balance cases were referred to PCDA, Allahabad for an early settlement. The benefits of 7th Pay Commission and One Rank One Pension (OROP) were elaborated upon. As also delinking of qualifying service for pension and broad banding of disability pension were explained.
The GOC, Spear Corps praised the efforts of veterans in society building and acknowledged their contribution. He also assured them, that their welfare would be looked after. In addition the Army had also set up a Medical and Dental Camp for all the attendees.
