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Social Security Code
Coverage of Social Security Code in the Nexus archive.
- Technology must be backed by process reforms: EPFO CEO
The EPFO CEO emphasizes that recent reforms aim to simplify access to Provident Fund savings through process changes rather than just digitization. He highlights updates to claim settlement and withdrawals, noting the Social Security Code expands coverage to unorganised sector workers.
- No plans to re-open higher pension window: EPFO CEO Ramesh Krishnamurthi
EPFO CEO Ramesh Krishnamurthi stated there are no plans to re-open the higher pension window. The EPF scheme 2026 emphasizes continuity, and the Social Security Code has introduced a harmonized definition of wage, allowing the government flexibility to adjust wage ceilings.