Pensioners Protest against Finance Act 2025 in Khammam

Hundreds of pensioners staged a massive protest at Ambedkar Center in Khammam against the Finance Act 2025, alleging it creates disparity between those who retired before and after the 8th Pay Revision Commission (PRC). Organized by TAPRPA, NCCPA, and FCPA, the agitation demanded uniform PRC benefits and withdrawal of provisions that empower the Centre to withhold Dearness Relief (DR) and



other perks.

TAPRA leaders urged the government to extend 8th PRC benefits to BSNL staff and autonomous body employees from January 1, 2026. They warned that state governments may adopt similar measures if the Act is not scrapped. As part of a nationwide agitation, the associations announced state-level protests in August, dharnas to Governors, and a mass rally at De