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\u20b910,340 per employee, \u20b915 crore allocated; repayment structured in easy installments to ease financial burden: Harpal Singh Cheema<\/span><\/p>\n

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Punjab E News (22nd April 2026):<\/span> In a significant step towards strengthening employee welfare, the Bhagwant Mann Government has sanctioned an interest-free wheat loan for Class-IV (Group-D) employees across the state, ensuring financial support for essential household consumption.<\/p>\n

Announcing the decision, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema stated, \u201cThe Bhagwant Mann Punjab Government has determined that it is appropriate to provide a minimum interest-free loan amount of \u20b910,340 to eligible Group-D employees specifically for the purchase of wheat. The calculation for this financial assistance is based on the government\u2019s established standard of an average consumption of four quintals of wheat per family.\u201d<\/p>\n

Highlighting the implementation timeline and budgetary backing, the Finance Minister added, \u201cThese employees will be authorised to draw this loan amount from the government treasury up until May 29, 2026. To support the seamless execution of this welfare measure, a dedicated budget provision of \u20b915 crore has been allocated for the 2026-27 financial year.\u201d<\/p>\n

Detailing the repayment mechanism, he emphasised that the structure has been designed to minimise financial stress on employees. \u201cThe recovery process for the loan has been structured to minimise the financial burden on the employees, with deductions scheduled across eight monthly installments. These installment deductions are set to begin with the June salary, which is paid out in July, guaranteeing that the full recovery of the loan is completed before the current financial year concludes,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Reaffirming the government\u2019s employee-centric approach, Minister Harpal Singh Cheema underscored the broader commitment of the administration. \u201cThe welfare of our employees remains a top priority for our government, and we will consistently strive to uphold initiatives that guarantee their support and financial well-being,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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