EPFO outreach programme held in Salem
The Nidhi Aapke Nikat (PF near you), the monthly district outreach programme of EPFO, was conducted by the regional office in Salem and district offices in Erode, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, and Krishnagiri districts recently.
In the programme, Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) issued under the special campaign for settlement of death claims were handed over to beneficiaries/family members of the deceased members. The officials intimated that any beneficiaries/nominees of the deceased EPF members who are yet to get the statutory benefits under the EPF Act and scheme may approach the regional office in Salem or concerned district offices for suitable guidance to avail the benefits.
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EPFO outreach programme held in Salem
The Nidhi Aapke Nikat (PF near you), the monthly district outreach programme of EPFO, was conducted by the regional office in Salem and district offices in Erode, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, and Krishnagiri districts recently. In the programme, Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) issued under the special campaign for settlement of death claims were handed over to beneficiaries/family members of the deceased members. The officials intimated that any beneficiaries/nominees of the deceased EPF members who are yet to get the statutory benefits under the EPF Act and scheme may approach the regional office in Salem or concerned district offices for suitable guidance to avail the benefits.
