Delhi government expands old-age pension scheme, adding 80,000 new beneficiaries

Delhi government expanded its old-age pension program. 80,000 more residents now qualify. This brings the total beneficiary count to 5.3 lakh. The government launched an online application portal. It received 10,000 applications already. Delhi boasts the highest pension rates nationwide. Pensioners aged 60-69 receive Rs 2,000. Those 70 and above get Rs 2,500.