Pune resident seeking help: Enhanced pension stuck due to fire at employer's office

Ans: Dear Ravindra Pateria,

I understand your concern and the urgency you feel regarding the approval of your enhanced pension under EPS 95 by EPFO. It's frustrating when bureaucratic processes become hurdles in securing what's rightfully yours.

Given that you've already taken steps by lodging grievances and reaching out to both EPFO and the liquidator, it might be helpful to escalate the issue further. You could consider writing a formal letter to EPFO, highlighting the urgency and attaching all the necessary documents as proof of your service with the closed organization.

Additionally, you might want to consult with a legal advisor or approach a local EPFO office directly. They might be able to provide guidance on the specific provisions and rules that govern such cases and suggest alternative ways to expedite the approval process.

Remember, persistence often pays off in such situations. Keep all your communications documented and follow up regularly. Wishing you the best in resolving this issue promptly.

Ans: No it is to be done through online system only.

You can file a complaint with EPFiGMS. You can choose the "Higher Pensionary benefits on higher wages" grievance category.

Ans: Hello;

Please review the terms and conditions of your employment.

Discuss with the HR team of your employer, objective being getting a solution.

Else you may lodge a grievance against employer in EPFiGMS portal but this may affect your further prospects of being employed.

Keep this in mind and then take an appropriate decision.

Seek opinion from a legal counsel if needed.

Best wishes;

Ans: you can withdraw some amount.
you can get yearly monthly pension from the annuity

Ans: Hello;

Firstly check with your family if some of your family members have withdrawn it on your behalf.

Double check with EPFO if they are referring to the correct EPF account.

If not then please file a grievance with EPFIGMS grievance redressal portal of EPFO.

If you still do not get proper response you need to send legal notice through your lawyer/EPF consultant for claim of EPF and pension and also file Police complaint for fraud.

Best wishes;