11 Nov 2026 | 5 Mins Read
Odisha ends pension quota, expands benefits to 500,000 more recipients
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Odisha has scrapped the quota system for the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana, expanding coverage to 4.18 million beneficiaries and ending long waiting lists for eligible senior citizens and vulnerable groups. The state will allocate an additional ₹625 crore annually. A new digital portal simplifies applications, and enhanced pensions up to ₹3,500 for seniors aged 80+ begin January 2025.