Despite a Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) order in February 2023, three retired senior officials from Dattopant Thengadi National Board for Workers Education and Development (DT-NBWED) are yet to receive their retirement emoluments and revised pensions from the central government. The delay, now nine months, led to a contempt proceeding letter, prompting the department's response.
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has approved additional retirement emoluments of around Rs 16 lakh for each, along with increased monthly pensions. One retiree is still awaiting the department's letter. Advocates emphasize the importance of timely retirement dues for public servants, a property right under the constitution.