Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has reaffirmed that safeguarding the dignity, financial security, and social welfare of senior citizens remains a top priority for the state government. Speaking during the ongoing Budget Session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, he addressed concerns over alleged pension cuts, calling such claims “politically motivated misinformation.” He clarified that pensions have not been discontinued; instead, the government has strengthened social security measures for the elderly.
Highlighting the Centre’s initiatives, the Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini referred to the Prime Minister’s assurance of expanded healthcare coverage for citizens above 70 years of age, providing eligible beneficiaries medical protection of up to ₹5 lakh to alleviate the burden of serious illnesses on families.
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CM Nayab Singh Saini Accuses Opposition of Spreading Pension Rumors, Highlights Tech-Driven Delivery
Taking a dig at the Opposition, Nayab Singh Saini accused them of deliberately circulating rumors about pension discontinuation to create confusion among senior citizens, calling such misinformation irresponsible. He emphasised that the government has implemented a transparent, technology-driven pension delivery system, where beneficiaries now receive real-time SMS alerts once their pension is credited, allowing hassle-free withdrawals without repeated visits to government offices.
हरियाणा में शासन व्यवस्था बदल गई है और अब जनता की एक-एक पाई का हिसाब रखा जाता है।#HaryanaKaBudget pic.twitter.com/6ExjpKY7GG
— Nayab Saini (@NayabSainiBJP) February 24, 2026
Contrasting with the previous Congress regime, the Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini noted that seniors previously endured long delays and often had to make multiple trips to offices under harsh conditions, with little administrative responsiveness. He also explained that temporary payment holds occur only when discrepancies or complaints arise, and pensions are promptly released following verification.
Nayab Singh Saini concluded by underscoring the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, assuring that the Haryana administration ensures elderly citizens receive their entitlements with dignity, efficiency, and without unnecessary hardship.