The Fact News Service
Chandigarh, March 13
In a significant move benefiting thousands of government employees, the Haryana government has increased the retirement age for state employees.
The retirement age has been raised from 58 to 60 years for general government employees, while Group-D (Class IV) employees will now retire at 62 instead of 60 years. This decision has been implemented with immediate effect.
The change comes after the Haryana government amended Rule 3.26 (a) of the Punjab Civil Services Rules (Volume-I, Part-1). Previously, only judicial officers, Group-IV employees, and individuals with disabilities or visual impairments were eligible for an extended retirement age of 60. Now, the new policy applies uniformly across all government departments.
According to an official notification from the Chief Secretary’s Office, the revised retirement age will immediately benefit Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Departments, Divisional Commissioners, University Registrars, Deputy Commissioners, and Sub-Divisional Officers (Civil).
A Welcome Move for Government Employees
This decision has been met with enthusiasm among government employees, particularly Group-D workers, who now have an extra two years of service before retirement. Employee unions have welcomed the move, calling it a progressive step in favor of workers and acknowledging the government’s commitment to their welfare.
With thousands set to benefit from this policy, the decision is seen as a major relief for employees looking for job security and financial stability in their later years.
