I read with interest a long article in which the author categorically opines that upgradation is not only viable but is also OBLIGATORY on the authorities concerned to grant it. I believe it is yet another attempt to boost the sagging morale of the pensioners.Whatever it is I consider it necessary to frankly express myself in the interests of the pensioners and appeal to them to be practical in assessing 'obligatory ' part of the author's views. I have always regarded shri CHM as a highly knowledgeable person on pension related matters notwithstanding my strong opinion that his role in running the Hyderabad Association as a seperate entity by remote control from Chennai is in effect only undermining the unity of retired officers. I complement him on the points made out by him in his long note except on his observations regarding the provisions of Rule 56 & 55 b. ...
NEWS FROM FEDERATION OF LIC CLASS 1 RETIRED OFFICERS ASSOCIATIONS