EPFO CEO states recent reforms prioritize process reforms over digitization to simplify PF savings access
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Technology must be backed by process reforms: EPFO CEO
EPFO CEO emphasizes that recent reforms focus on simplifying access to Provident Fund savings through process reforms rather than mere digitization. Changes to claim settlement and withdrawal procedures aim to enhance user experience. The Social Security Code is highlighted as expanding social security coverage to unorganised sector workers, marking a significant policy shift toward universal social protection.
Source: The Hindu. This summary and analysis are AI-written from that report and are not individually fact-checked — confirm names, dates and figures with the source before you rely on them.
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Changes implemented in claim settlement and withdrawal procedures for improved user experience
Social Security Code expands social security coverage to workers in the unorganised sector
Reforms aim to enhance accessibility and efficiency of Provident Fund services for subscribers
Policy shift reflects government focus on universal social protection beyond formal sector employees
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