To,
The CPIO,
Prime Minister's Office
South Block, New Delhi - 110011
Subject: RTI Request: 'Entitlement rules for casualty pensionary awards to armed forces personnel-2023'.
Dear Sir/Madam,
I request information under the RTI Act, 2005 regarding the recent changes in disability pension rules for military personnel.
1. *Basis for New Rules*: Kindly share the report/research leading to the new rules' introduction.
2. *Consultation with Armed Forces*: Were the armed forces consulted? If yes, provide meeting minutes.
3. *Comparison with Civilian Employees*: Provide a comparison between new rules and provisions for civilian government employees.
4. *Committee Recommendations*: Share the recommendations made by the related military committee and how they influenced the policy.
5. *Misuse Data*: Share data on misuse of disability provisions by retiring officers for the past 5 years.
6. *Feedback Mechanism*: Detail the feedback mechanism for the policy. Share summaries of grievances received, if any.
7. *Future Review Plans*: Are there plans to review the new rules? If so, provide details.
Thank you.
Sincerely,