Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme as a heartfelt tribute to the courage and sacrifices of India’s military veterans and ex-service personnel. Addressing an event, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to the welfare of the armed forces, emphasizing that the OROP scheme ensures fair and equal pension benefits for all military personnel, irrespective of their retirement date.
The OROP scheme, which guarantees a uniform pension for retired personnel of the same rank and length of service, was a long-awaited promise to the nation’s veterans. The Prime Minister’s remarks underline the government’s ongoing efforts to honor the selfless service of those who have protected the nation and to acknowledge their immense contribution to India’s security and well-being.
