Winter Session 2025 - Parliament Questions and Answers for central government employees
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Knowledge Portal: Winter Session 2025
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Legislative Insights: Winter Session 2025
The Winter Session of Parliament, held in 2025, served as a critical platform for clarifying major administrative policies. Commencing on December 1 and concluding on December 19, the session featured intense deliberations on the 8th Central Pay Commission, the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), and significant healthcare reforms.
This article provides an exhaustive list of questions raised by Members of Parliament and the detailed responses provided by the respective Union Ministers. These clarifications are vital for all Central Government employees to understand the current trajectory of their service benefits, pay revisions, and social security coverage.
1. Pay Commission & Training Policy
Lok Sabha | Question No. 212 | Answered on 01.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Government has issued notification for constitution of 8th Central Pay Commission recently; if so, the details thereof; and whether the Government proposes to merge the existing DA/DR with basic pay as an immediate relief measure for Central Government employees/pensioners who are facing unprecedented inflation during the last 30 years since DA/DR given to these employees is not in consonance with the real time retail inflation; if so, the details thereof; and if not, the reasons therefor?
Full Answer Tabled:
Yes sir, Government has notified Resolution dated 03.11.2025 for constitution of the Eighth Central Pay Commission. The Commission comprises Smt. Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai as Chairperson, Prof. Pulak Ghosh as Member (Part-Time), and Shri Pankaj Jain as Member-Secretary.
No proposal regarding merger of the existing Dearness Allowance with the Basic Pay is under consideration with the Government at present. In order to adjust the cost of living and to protect Basic Pay/Pension from erosion in real value on account of inflation, the rates of DA/DR are revised periodically every 6 months on the basis of All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW) released by Labour Bureau, Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 1347 | Answered on 08.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Government proposes to implement the 8th Pay Commission with effect from 01-01-2026, if so, the details thereof and the action taken thereon; whether the Government has finalised the Term of Reference (ToR) of 8th Pay Commission; the total number of Central Government employees and pensioners benefited; and the time by which the Commission is likely to submit its recommendations?
Full Answer Tabled:
The 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) has already been constituted. The Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Central Pay Commission have been notified vide Ministry of Finance’ Resolution dated 03.11.2025. The number of Central Government employees is 50.14 lakh and the number of pensioners is 69 lakh approximately.
The date of implementation of the 8th Central Pay Commission shall be decided by the Government. Government will make appropriate provision of funds for implementing the accepted recommendations of 8th CPC. As specified in the Resolution notified on 03.11.2025, the 8th Central Pay Commission will make its recommendations within 18 months from the date of its constitution.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2854 | Answered on 17.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether it is essential to provide training to Central Government officers and employees from time to time to enhance their knowledge and capacity and such training helps in updating their thinking over time and keeps their understanding of new technologies up-to-date and if so, the details thereof; the details of policy of the Government for imparting periodic training to Central Government officers and employees; and whether there is provision for providing training to State Government officers in Central Government training institutes?
Full Answer Tabled:
Yes, Training and continuous capacity building is essential for the efficiency, functional and domain competencies and technological readiness of Central Government employee. Capacity Building is ensured through online and offline training programs including Cadre Training Plans that comprise induction (entry-level), mid-career and refresher training programs.
The Government follows a structured policy of periodic training under Cadre Training Plans for different Cadres of employees. Training is provided through Central Government training institutes and the iGOT Karmayogi digital platform. Yes, State Government employees are also nominated and trained in Central Government training institutes, wherever applicable. Additionally, the iGOT Karmayogi digital platform is accessible to State Government personnel, and more than 95.75 lakh employees from the States/UTs have enrolled themselves.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2389 | Answered on 15.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The total number of employees who opted for Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) instead of National Pension System (NPS) till date; whether the Government has introduced the one-time, one-way switch facility under the UPS; details including the minimum years of service; and whether children are entitled to receive 60% of assured family payout under UPS in cases where the spouse is not alive?
Full Answer Tabled:
The total number of employees, including new joinees, existing employees, and past retirees, who opted Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as on 30.11.2025 is 1,22,123. The Government has allowed the Central Government employees, who opted for UPS, one-time one-way switch facility to revert back to NPS any time during their service, subject to conditions such as not later than twelve months prior to superannuation.
For a minimum qualifying service of 25 years, assured payout at rate of 50% of the average basic pay drawn over the last 12 months prior to superannuation shall be payable. This payout to be proportionate for lesser service period subject to a minimum of 10 years of service. Family payout @60% of the payout admissible will be paid to the legally wedded spouse. Children are not entitled to receive 60% of assured family payout under UPS.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2167 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether any financial or social impact assessment was conducted before increasing the EPF unemployment-withdrawal period from 2 months to 12 months and the pension withdrawal period to 36 months; the number of members who withdrew funds within the earlier two-month window during the last five years; and whether any analysis was done before mandating a 25% non-withdrawable balance?
Full Answer Tabled:
The Central Board of Trustees of EPFO took the decision for increasing the withdrawal period on the basis of EPFO data of member claims. During FY 2024-25, over 17.32 lakh Members who had availed Final Settlement re-joined another/same establishment within 1 year from their exit. The new rules would facilitate such employees retaining their membership and maintaining their service period.
The Central Board of Trustees of EPFO decided the minimum balance based on the data that nearly 50% of the members had a PF balance of less than Rs. 20,000/-. The CBT was of the opinion that a majority of the members were not able to take advantage of high interest rates due to multiple withdrawals for immediate needs. This compromised members' long-term social security. Full withdrawal of the entire PF balance is still allowed in case of retirement after 55, permanent disability, leaving India permanently, etc.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2510 | Answered on 15.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The reasons for the delay in increasing the minimum pension of Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS-95) pensioners from Rs. 1000 to a respectable amount of Rs. 7500 plus dearness allowance with free medical facilities; whether the Government is aware that around 78 lakhs EPS-95 pensioners across the country are facing severe financial crisis; and whether the Government expedite action on the demands of EPS-95 National Agitation Committee?
Full Answer Tabled:
The EPS, 1995 is a "Defined Contribution-Defined Benefit" Social Security Scheme. The corpus is made up of contribution by the employer @8.33% and Central Government through budgetary support @1.16%. The fund is valued annually and as on 31.03.2019, there is an actuarial deficit. Linking the pension admissible under EPS 95 with cost-of- living index is not feasible in view of the actuarial position of the fund.
The Government is providing a minimum pension of Rs. 1000 per month by providing additional budgetary support. EPFO has taken action to implement the directions contained in Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgement dated 04.11.2022 in a time-bound manner. As on 24.11.2025, nearly 99% of applications for joint options received in EPFO have been processed.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 208 | Answered on 01.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Government is contemplating to increase the minimum pension under EPS-95 from 1,000 to 7,500 per month; if not, the reasons therefor; and the reasons for not given DA (Dearness Allowance) to pensioners under EPS-95, while the inflation rate is continuously increasing?
Full Answer Tabled:
The EPS, 1995 is a "Defined Contribution-Defined Benefit" Social Security Scheme. The corpus of the Employees' Pension Fund is made up of (i) contribution by the employer @ 8.33 per cent of wages; and (ii) contribution from Central Government @ 1.16 per cent of wages up to Rs.15,000/- per month. All benefits are paid out of such accumulations.
The fund is valued annually and as per the valuation as on 31.03.2019, there is an actuarial deficit. However, the Government is providing a minimum pension of Rs. 1000 per month by providing additional budgetary support to ensure maximum benefits for workers while taking into consideration the health of the respective funds as well as the future liabilities.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2454 | Answered on 15.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The number of pensioners enrolled under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY); the details of distribution across five pension slabs of Rupees 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 5000; whether the Government is aware of disproportionately high enrolment in lower pension slabs; and whether the Government proposes to introduce an inflation-linked pension option?
Full Answer Tabled:
As on 30.11.2025, a total of 8,45,17,419 subscribers have been enrolled under APY. Distribution across slabs: Rs. 1,000 (86.91%), Rs. 2,000 (3.00%), Rs. 3,000 (1.41%), Rs. 4,000 (0.53%), and Rs. 5,000 (8.15%).
Enrolments in the lower pension slab suggest that the APY is reaching the poorest of poor. Any increase in pension amount is likely to increase the subscription amount substantially and put further burden on the subscriber. Presently, it has been decided to continue the scheme with same terms and conditions and not to further increase the pension and consequential subscription amount.
Lok Sabha | Starred Question No. 12 | Answered on 01.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The total number of Atal Pension Yojana (APY) beneficiaries in the country till date; the steps taken by the Government to promote APY in rural areas; whether there has been any significant increase in the participation of women; and the role of banking institutions in implementation in Bihar?
Full Answer Tabled:
Atal Pension Yojana (APY) gross enrolment as on 31.10.2025 is 8,34,13,738. Subscriber receives pension benefit on attaining the age of 60 years. In Bihar, the gross enrolments since inception reached 73,44,480. As on 31.10.2025, female gross enrolments under APY reached 4,04,41,135 (48% of total).
Awareness measures include APY information brochures in 13 vernacular languages and virtual capacity building programs. In Bihar, financial inclusion campaigns for pension saturation resulted in 8,093 such campaigns. Currently, 7,153 Bank branches and 461 Post Office branches are actively enrolling people into APY in Bihar.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2166 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The annual salary expenditure of EPFO employees during the last five years; total year-wise administrative expenditure; average and median monthly pension received by EPS members for September 2025; whether any actuarial review has been undertaken; and the number of pensioners receiving less than ₹1,000/- per month?
Full Answer Tabled:
The consolidated salary expenditure of EPFO employees for 2024-25 was Rs. 2,752.54 Crore. Administrative expenses for the same period reached Rs. 724.46 Crore. For September 2025, Member Pension average was Rs. 2,239 (Median Rs. 1,496) and Spouse Pension average was Rs. 1,508 (Median Rs. 1,000).
Valuations of the Pension Fund as on 31.03.2018 and 31.03.2019 have been completed, showing an actuarial deficit. The minimum pension was enhanced to Rs. 1,000/- per month in 2014, but deductions for claims of return of capital or early pension results in monthly pension amounts less than Rs. 1000 in some cases. The number of pensioners receiving less than Rs. 1,000/- per month for September 2025 is 16,61,183.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2176 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The timeline for operationalising the provisions relating to gig and platform workers under the Code on Social Security, 2020; whether Government has finalised the rules for the National Social Security Board; and the proposed structure for the Social Security Fund for gig workers?
Full Answer Tabled:
For the first time, the definition of 'gig workers' and 'platform workers' and provisions related to the same have been provided in the Code on Social Security, 2020 which has come into force on 21.11.2025.
The Code provides for the constitution of a National Social Security Board for the welfare of unorganised, gig, and platform workers. It also contains provisions to establish a Social Security Fund specifically for financing social security and welfare schemes for these categories of workers.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 1041 | Answered on 05.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether any measures are being taken for the upkeep of health conditions of Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) in Maharashtra; the number of AWWs screened for women specific issues such as cervical and menstrual cancer; and whether the Government has a dedicated plan to address occupational health and workload?
Full Answer Tabled:
AWWs and AWHs are "honorary workers" from the local community. Government of India has enhanced the honorarium of AWWs to Rs.4,500/- and AWHs to Rs.2,250/- per month. They are technologically empowered via the Poshan Tracker app.
Initiatives include 180 days paid maternity leave and encouragement to enroll under the PM-SYM Pension Scheme. Life and accidental cover of Rs. 2 lakh is provided under PMJJBY and PMSBY. Furthermore, annual healthcare coverage of Rs. 5 Lakhs is provided under AB-PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat) to all eligible workers and helpers. To improve infrastructure, funding for toilets at Centres was increased from Rs.12,000/- to Rs.36,000/-.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 267 | Answered on 02.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether it is a fact that the Finance Minister, in her Interim Budget 2024 speech, announced Government's plan to focus on cervical cancer vaccination for girls aged 9 to 14 years; if so, whether the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has initiated the administration of the cervical cancer (HPV) vaccine to eligible beneficiaries; and the timeline to make the vaccine available across all wellness centres?
Full Answer Tabled:
Hon'ble Finance Minister in Interim Budget 2024-25 speech mentioned that "Our Government will encourage vaccination for girls in age group of 9 to 14 years for prevention of cervical cancer."
As per extant CGHS guidelines, vaccines are not admissible except Hepatitis B, influenza and Leprovac Vaccines for high risk individuals, on recommendation of specialist with justification and countersigned by Head of Department of concerned specialty of the Government Hospital.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 938 | Answered on 05.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The number of cervical cancer deaths in the country during the last eleven years; the screening rate of cervical cancer; the funds released for screening from 2019 to 2025; and the reasons for not including the HPV vaccine in India's free vaccination programme?
Full Answer Tabled:
Estimated mortality of Cervical Cancer in India for 2023 reached 35,691 based on ICMR-NCRP data. A population-based initiative for screening NCDs including cervical cancer targets persons over 30 years. The screening rate for 2025-26 (till Nov 30) is 12,723,558.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has initiated a capacity building exercise of medical and para medical staff for the cervical cancer vaccine. Funds released under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of NCDs includes specific amounts for cervical cancer screening in various States/UTs.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2230 | Answered on 12.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The number of hospitals empanelled under CGHS and the rate of exit during the last five years; whether the Government plans to revise the rates or treatment practices; and whether the Government has any plan to introduce cashless treatments in CGHS medical centres?
Full Answer Tabled:
Government has notified the revised CGHS package rates on 03.10.2025 and made them effective from 13.10.2025. No fee is charged for treatment at CGHS Wellness Centres.
Further, cashless CGHS facility is available to Pensioners, Members of Parliament (sitting and former), and Freedom Fighters for availing treatment from CGHS empanelled Health Care Organisations (HCOs). Wellness centres are made operational on a need basis, requiring minimum 2,500 principal cardholders or 6,000 beneficiaries. State-wise details of hospitals empanelled and exited are monitored periodically.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2233 | Answered on 12.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether it is a fact that the Union Government had any proposal/has decided to extend the Central Government Health Scheme facilities to all the pensioners of Union Territory Administrations; and if so, the reasons for non-implementation in Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
Full Answer Tabled:
Government has decided to extend CGHS medical facilities to the pensioners under Union Territory (UT) Administrations, except the UT of Delhi. The facilities shall be extended at par with Central Government pensioners on payment of subscription fees, subject to the condition that they are not availing medical benefits from any other Scheme.
The norms for opening a new Wellness Centre include minimum 2,500 principal cardholders. The sanction of posts and allocation of funds involves a recurring expenditure of Rs.4.8 crore per year, which is under the ambit of the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2123 | Answered on 12.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Government proposes to monitor the gap between the insured amount and actual cost of surgeries; whether steps are taken to standardize the cost of life-saving surgeries; and the details of regulatory provisions for medical establishments that compel upfront payments despite valid insurance?
Full Answer Tabled:
Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY) provides health cover of Rs. 5 lakh per family for the economically vulnerable. Uniform procedure rates apply across all empanelled hospitals. Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) has declined from 62.6% to 39.4% of Total Health Expenditure.
Under the Clinical Establishments Act, 2010, establishments are required to display rates at a conspicuous place. Penalties and cancellation of registration are provided for non-compliance. IRDAI has mandated that insurers empanel all categories of hospitals to provide 100% cashless services. AB-PMJAY now comprises 1,961 packages, with 365 new procedures added recently.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2197 | Answered on 12.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The total number of posts sanctioned and vacant of nursing and paramedical staff in PGIMER Chandigarh and GMCH as on date; the reasons for delays in promotions and cadre review; and whether shortage of staff has affected patient care?
Full Answer Tabled:
At PGIMER Chandigarh, there are 2,597 sanctioned nursing posts with 247 vacant, and 856 paramedical posts with 120 vacant. At GMCH Chandigarh, there are 1,264 nursing posts with 281 vacant.
The 3rd Cadre Review for non-faculty staff including nursing at PGIMER has been carried out. However, the Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh in OA No. 751 of 2022 has restrained PGIMER from conducting DPC for Senior Nursing Officer to Assistant Nursing Superintendent posts until certain compliances are met within 6 months. Hospitals manage services using available staff and through outsourcing on a functional requirement basis.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2155 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The number of sanctioned posts and vacancies, including reserved posts across categories in the Ministry of Labour; the number of vacancies in its subordinate offices since 2020 year-wise; and the number of contractual employees hired since then?
Full Answer Tabled:
The number of sanctioned posts and vacancies in the Ministry of Labour and Employment and its organisations are 69,307 and 24,282 respectively. In the Main Secretariat, vacancies for Group C reached 56 in 2024. In the DGMS, Group A vacancies for 2025 stand at 66.
Contractual employees are engaged for limited periods for specific jobs. Details of contractual employees as on date include: 7 Young Professionals, 5 Consultants, and 1 Personal Assistant. Action to fill vacancies is an ongoing administrative process.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2320 | Answered on 19.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The details of staff employed in Group A, B and C posts and the vacancies in different categories in Ministry of Information and Broadcasting; the details of backlog vacancies in SC, ST and OBC categories; and the action plan to fill up backlog vacancies?
Full Answer Tabled:
The sanctioned strength and vacancy position in the Ministry are reviewed periodically as per administrative and functional requirement. The backlog vacancies for SC, ST and OBC categories are identified from time to time.
Action is taken to fill up backlog as well as regular vacancies in accordance with the extant Recruitment Rules and reservation policies. This is a continuous process to ensure schemes run smoothly and functional efficiency is maintained.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2201 | Answered on 12.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The number of contract-based workers currently employed in Defence PSUs; whether they receive benefits such as medical leave, risk allowance and promotion opportunities; the vacancies for the last ten years; and whether the Government proposes to regularise experienced contract workers?
Full Answer Tabled:
Total number of contract-based (Fixed term) workers in Defence PSUs is 9,456 as on 09.12.2025. They receive employment benefits such as medical leave, casual leave, risk allowance, and promotion opportunities as per extant Government Rules.
There are no contract-based workers who were previously permanent in the Ordnance Factory Board, as the Board ceased to exist on 01.10.2021. Regularization or providing benefits comparable to permanent employees are governed by relevant legislation and specific Government instructions.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 1760 | Answered on 10.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The details of the operating ratio of Indian Railways during the last three financial years; the total number of vacant posts category-wise and posts filled during the last three years; the progress towards 100 per cent electrification; and the status of railway land monetisation?
Full Answer Tabled:
Operating Ratio for 2024-25 stands at 98.22%. Indian Railways has commissioned 34,428 km of new track between 2014-25. Recruitment for 1,20,579 vacancies has been taken up as per the annual calendar. During 2014-25, 5.08 lakh recruitments were completed compared to 4.11 lakh in 2004-14.
Broad Gauge electrification has reached 99.1%. Revenue generated from land monetization over the last three years is Rs. 8,209 crore. For the year 2024, notifications for 92,116 vacancies (ALPs, Technicians, RPF, etc.) were issued. Train accidents have reduced from 135 in 2014-15 to 31 in 2024-25.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 2882 | Answered on 17.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The vacancy status in safety-critical categories such as Loco Pilot, Station Master, and Track Maintainer; how the introduction of the annual recruitment calendar is expected to address delays; and whether the Government proposes specialized training for newly recruited personnel?
Full Answer Tabled:
Recruitment of 1,20,579 vacancies is under process. In 2024, CENs for 92,116 vacancies were notified including ALPs (18,799) and Technicians (14,298). The annual calendar provides more opportunities for candidates, certainty of exams, and faster training and appointments.
Detailed training modules including on Kavach system are mandatory at initial and promotional stages. Specialized training centers across the country impart initial, promotional, and refresher courses focusing on technical and operational competencies. No instance of paper leakage or malpractices occurred during the entire process. For 2025, notifications for 28,463 vacancies have already been issued.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 1741 | Answered on 10.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Government acknowledges financial challenges due to cross-subsidisation of passenger fares; whether the Government plans to implement United Train Control under Kavach; and whether a roadmap exists for Net-Zero Carbon through expanded electrification and green hydrogen?
Full Answer Tabled:
Passenger fares were rationalized on 01.07.2025 after a 5-year gap; increase ranges from 0.5 to 2 paise per km. Fares for MST and Suburban travel were not revised to maintain affordability.
Kavach Version 4.0 was approved on 16.07.2024 and successfully commissioned on 738 route km. Implementation has been taken up on 15,512 route km. Consequential Train Accidents reduced from 135 in 2014-15 to 31 in 2024-25. 99.1% of Broad Gauge network is electrified. Pilot project for India's first hydrogen train has been initiated as part of the strategy to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2198 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) permits spousal transfers for employees of autonomous bodies from one unit to another under the same Ministry; and the details of policy in respect of granting such permissions?
Full Answer Tabled:
The Government has issued guidelines to all Ministries and Departments on the posting of husband and wife who are in Central/State Government service or in PSUs at the same station.
Data on individual transfer cases are not maintained centrally as they are administered by the respective Ministries and Departments themselves based on administrative and functional requirements. Guidelines aim to keep the family unit together wherever feasible.
Lok Sabha | Question No. 1803 | Answered on 10.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Details of the agreement for migration of Central Government email services to Zoho Corporation's cloud platform; the number of user accounts migrated; and the data sovereignty provisions and hosting locations disclosed in the contract?
Full Answer Tabled:
Government through NIC has selected M/s Zoho as the Master System Integrator for a cloud-based email solution. 12.68 lakh user accounts have been migrated so far. The selection was through a GeM bidding process including a Proof of Concept.
Two full security audits were completed (STQC in May 2024 and C-DAC in August 2025). The contract ensures strict data sovereignty; all Primary and Disaster Recovery data centers are physically located within India. No data can be shared or replicated outside the country. The solution integrates office productivity tools developed in India.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2194 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The year-wise details of grievances received on CPGRAMS and disposed of since 2022; the pendency levels across Ministries; and the measures taken to reduce delays?
Full Answer Tabled:
Grievances received on CPGRAMS increased from 19.18 lakh in 2022 to 26.15 lakh in 2024. For 2025 (up to Dec 9), 21.17 lakh cases were received and 21.16 lakh were disposed.
Grievance redressal timelines were reduced from 30 days to 21 days as per the August 2024 Guidelines. Ministries with high pendency include Ministry of Labour (11,832) and Ministry of Home Affairs (6,569). Measures include the 10-Step Reforms under CPGRAMS and appointment of competent nodal/appellate officers for root cause analysis.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2192 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
The overall policy outcomes achieved through recent administrative, grievance redressal and pension reforms; and major structural challenges that affect service delivery uniformity?
Full Answer Tabled:
Administrative reforms target efficiency, transparency, and citizen centricity. Implementation of the 10-step reforms for CPGRAMS includes a revamped portal and dashboard-based monitoring for time-bound redressal.
Institutional capacity is strengthened through capacity building of civil servants via the National Centre for Good Governance. Reforms also include digitisation via e-Office and outcome-based monitoring under the National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA). A Review Module has been operationalised to improve the quality of grievance disposal at senior levels.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 1948 | Answered on 17.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether Government issued any guidelines related to Work-from-Home for teachers due to severe weather alerts; the current status of implementation of CCTV cameras in schools; and steps taken to reduce academic stress on children?
Full Answer Tabled:
Education is in the Concurrent list; majority of schools are under State control. Decisions on closure and online classes fall to local district authorities. PRAGYATA Guidelines (July 2020) outline how online education can be implemented during remote learning scenarios.
School safety guidelines (Oct 2021) recommend CCTV at entry/exit points. As per UDISE+ 2024-25, 3,70,145 schools have CCTV installed. CBSE has directed affiliated schools to install high-resolution CCTVs with audio-visual recording and 15-day storage. To address stress, the Manodarpan initiative provides psychosocial support for mental health and emotional well-being.
Rajya Sabha | Question No. 2096 | Answered on 18.12.2025
Full Question Asked:
Whether Government proposes to establish a National Mining Safety Institute; the steps taken to ensure uniform safety compliance in mines; and whether any incentive framework exists for high safety standards?
Full Answer Tabled:
The OSH&WC Code, 2020 came into force on 21.11.2025. DGMS conducts risk-based and randomized inspections through the Shram Suvidha Portal. Provision for training and certification is incorporated in the Code.
Offences and penalties include fines, prosecution, and imprisonment for non-compliance. The Indian Bureau of Mines has instituted a Star Rating scheme (0 to 5 stars) to annually evaluate mining operations on sustainability, environmental protection, and worker welfare. Key aspects like scientific mining and community welfare are covered in these evaluations.
This article and the records provided within are intended strictly for educational and informational purposes for Central Government employees and the general public. The content is compiled from official Parliament transcripts (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) from the Winter Session of 2025. While every attempt has been made to ensure absolute accuracy of the text provided, manual transcription errors may occur. This content should not be used as a legal or administrative directive. Users are strongly advised to verify all information with official Office Memorandums (OMs) or the original source PDFs provided via the download buttons before making any administrative or legal decisions.
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