Implementation of OROP – Same answer given by the Minister today in Parliament (21.7.2015) Status of Implementation of OROP The principle of One Rank One Pension for the Armed Forces has been accepted by the Government. The modalities for implementation were discussed with various stakeholders and are presently under consideration of the Government. It will … Read more
One Rank One Pension Explained in 10 Points One Rank One Pension or OROP, a longstanding demand of ex-servicemen, will grant retired armed forces personnel pension parity with officers and jawans of the same rank who are retiring now. Gandhian activist Anna Hazare has announced an indefinite fast in support of OROP from October 2. … Read more
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 … Read more
Justification of One Rank One Pension – What is the real status of OROP? Why is the Government hesitant to implement OROP? Is economical burden on the exchequer the only reason? “When the body and spirit are hale and healthy, our soldiers dedicate their life for the safety of the country. Once the body has … Read more
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 past … Read more