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AP SEC allows pension payments, bars new enrolments under Model Code
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🗓 31 Oct 2026, 02:38 PM
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The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission has permitted the continuation of pension payments while prohibiting new enrolments in pension schemes during the election period.
The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC) has issued a directive regarding pension disbursements in the state. The commission has allowed the regular payment of pensions to existing beneficiaries to continue uninterrupted.
This decision is made in adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which governs administrative actions during the election period. The primary objective is to ensure that essential financial support reaches eligible citizens without delay.
However, the APSEC has strictly barred any new enrolments into pension schemes during this timeframe. This restriction is intended to prevent any administrative actions that could be perceived as benefiting specific groups or influencing the electoral outcome.
The state administration is expected to comply with these guidelines to maintain the integrity of the electoral process while ensuring social welfare schemes continue to function for current beneficiaries.
This decision is made in adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which governs administrative actions during the election period. The primary objective is to ensure that essential financial support reaches eligible citizens without delay.
However, the APSEC has strictly barred any new enrolments into pension schemes during this timeframe. This restriction is intended to prevent any administrative actions that could be perceived as benefiting specific groups or influencing the electoral outcome.
The state administration is expected to comply with these guidelines to maintain the integrity of the electoral process while ensuring social welfare schemes continue to function for current beneficiaries.