On January 16, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his cabinet approved the formation of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) for central government employees. This decision, announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims to revise the salaries and allowances of central government employees, along with pensioners. The 8th Pay Commission will work to address the financial needs of the workforce and ensure a timely revision of compensation structures. This step comes ahead of the 7th Pay Commission’s term, which will conclude in 2026, allowing sufficient time to implement the changes before the term ends.
