DHAKA, Aug 17, 2023 (BSS) - Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated the much-talked-about Universal Pension Scheme to bring all the people of the country aged above 18 under the scheme. After launching the scheme, the premier said, "We opened the Universal Pension Scheme in the Month of Mourning. The main target of the universal pension scheme is to bring all the people of the country aged above 18 under its coverage and they will enjoy a lifetime pension facility after being their age 60. The age limit for pension scheme was initially fixed at 50 years which was later revised. A video documentary on the Universal Pension Scheme was also screened on the occasion.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha August 17, 2023 05:59 UTC