DoPPW Joint Secretary Dhrubajyoti Sengupta said Digital Life Certificate services have evolved since their introduction in 2014. (Image Source: Pixabay)
\n\nThe Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) has called for complete coverage of pensioners under the nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 5, urging beneficiaries across the country to adopt digital methods for submitting their annual life certificates. The initiative will make the submission process easier, particularly for elderly pensioners and those who may find it difficult to visit bank branches. The department is also focusing on extending the campaign's reach to pensioners residing in remote parts of the country.
\n\nAccording to a statement issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, DoPPW and Punjab National Bank (PNB) jointly organised a special camp in Delhi to help pensioners and family pensioners generate their Digital Life Certificates using face authentication technology.
\n\nThe camp was also designed to familiarise beneficiaries with digital services and demonstrate how technology can simplify pension-related formalities.
\n\n“The PNB Mega Camp also facilitated interaction with senior pensioners and provided access to a medical camp alongside the DLC services. The initiative reaffirmed DoPPW's commitment to promoting accessible, secure and pensioner-centric digital services,” the Ministry said.
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