The Dimapur, Chümoukedima, and Niuland units of the Nagaland National Pension System Government Service Employees Forum (NNPSGSEF) jointly organized a General Meeting on the issue of the National Pension System (NPS) on Wednesday at The Garden, Naga Shopping Arcade, Super Market, Dimapur.
A press release from NNPSGSEF informed that during the meeting, Kekhrielenuo Pienyü, President, Chümoukedima Unit NNPSGSEF, led a discussion comparing the New Pension System with the Old Pension System. She emphasized that NPS is market-linked, offers no guaranteed income or minimum pension, and requires mandatory monthly contributions of 10 per cent of basic salary and Dearness Allowance. On the contrary, the OPS guarantees 50 per cent of the last drawn salary, requires no contributions from employees, and functions as a government benefit compared to the private, corporate-controlled nature of NPS, Pienyü stated.
Avizo Nienu, Information Secretary of the NNPSGSEF central office, stated that the NPS would be detrimental to retirees, as individuals serve 30-35 years in government service only to retire with no guaranteed pension under NPS. He emphasized that the NPS relies on contributions to create a corpus, with no fixed amount, percentage, or assured income. Nienu urged the State Government to acknowledge the concerns of NPS employees who are fighting for their rights and the future generations’ well-being.
It was also mentioned that the office had submitted representations to the Nagaland Government on 31 August 2023, and again 16 February 2024, and awaits a response.
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Adabe Namgi, Finance Secretary of the NNPSGSEF central office, highlighted their activities, including tours, awareness campaigns, and district unit formation across Nagaland. He also mentioned their participation in various programs in Delhi and Kerala.
Other speakers included executives from the three district units: Niuto K Zhimo, Kevivozo Mere, Sherhinlo Keppen, Inato Yeptho, Kihoto Sema, and Asheto Shohe.
The program concluded with Khetolu Katty, President of the Niuland Unit NNPSGSEF, facilitating the election of one representative from each department for improved coordination and communication of unit activities.
The General Meeting was chaired by Tohovi Swu, Secretary of the Dimapur Unit and Chumtila Sangtam served as the recorder. Sarati Walling, President of the Dimapur Unit, delivered the keynote address.
The Forum expressed gratitude to the District Administration, Development Authority of Nagaland, Dimapur Police, Traffic, and The Garden for granting permission and ensuring the program’s smooth flow.
