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Honorary rank boost for retiring CAPF & AR personnel: What about pension?
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to confer an honorary rank, one rank higher, on retiring personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles (AR). The honorary promotion will be granted on the day of the retirement to personnel from constable to sub-inspector rank, without any financial or pension benefits.
'This symbolic yet meaningful decision is aimed at honouring long and commendable service and enhancing the pride and dignity of retiring personnel,' the ministry said.
What is the new rule of honorary promotion?
According to a press release issued by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) on May 29, the decision will apply only to those with a clean and satisfactory service record.
· Receive 'Good' or higher in their APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal Report) for the last 5 years.
· Be cleared by the departmental inquiry and vigilance wing.
· Be recommended by the Commanding Officer.
Terms and conditions for honorary promotion
· The honorary rank must exist in the personnel's service category.
· It won't affect seniority within the force.
While this honorary promotion won't bring any pension hike, it stands as a gesture of respect and recognition for decades of service. For many retiring personnel, this symbolic upgrade offers a sense of pride, a dignified end to their uniformed journey.
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