Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh will launch the 5th edition of Nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign in New Delhi tomorrow. The month-long campaign organised by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare, will continue till 30th of this month across the country.

The Ministry said that the initiative aims to make the submission of life certificates more accessible, convenient and hassle-free for pensioners through digital technology, particularly face authentication using the Jeevan Pramaan app.

The campaign is being conducted in collaboration with Public Sector Banks, India Post Payments Bank, UIDAI, Pensioners’ Welfare Associations, and key Ministries and Departments. The Ministry said that special emphasis is on facilitating super-senior pensioners aged 80 years and above, women pensioners and those facing health-related difficulties. Doorstep and home-based services will also be facilitated for pensioners unable to visit campaign locations due to age or infirmity.