Excelsior Correspondent
NEW DELHI, Nov 6: In a significant move to simplify pension services for India’s elderly, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions launched the “Digital Life Certificate” (DLC 3.0) campaign, a pioneering initiative aimed at making pension verification more accessible and efficient.
During the launch, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the importance of the DLC 3.0 initiative, which enables India’s senior citizens to maintain their pension benefits with greater ease. “This Government’s priority is to reach every citizen, and DLC 3.0 reflects that vision by ensuring that every pensioner, regardless of location or physical ability, can access their rights conveniently,” he stated.
The campaign, backed by the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), uses a vast network of postmen and Gramin Dak Sewaks trained to offer biometric-based authentication, allowing pensioners to complete their verification at their doorstep.
Dr. Jitendra Singh also discussed the larger context behind this initiative, tracing its roots to the Government’s broader digital outreach efforts under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. He shared stories of the challenges faced by pensioners in rural areas and how technology can alleviate these struggles.
“Today, a senior citizen can authenticate their identity in seconds using facial recognition, sending real-time verification to their bank-a stark contrast to the tedious processes of the past,” he remarked, underscoring the Government’s commitment to harnessing technology for citizen welfare.
In his concluding remarks, Dr. Jitendra Singh said that the Digital Life Certificate 3.0 campaign aligns with the Government’s vision for a more inclusive and efficient welfare system, reducing dependency on physical processes while embracing digital solutions to serve citizens across India. Through initiatives like DLC 3.0, the government reaffirms its pledge to bridge the gap between governance and the everyday needs of the nation’s senior population.
The launch event saw the participation of key dignitaries, including V Srinivas, Secretary, Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW); Devika Raghuvanshi, Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA); Sanjay Sharan, Director General of Postal Services; Dhrubajyoti Sengupta, Joint Secretary, DoPPW; and Shalini Kacker, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India.
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