Russians with certain pension levels will see an increase starting May 1, according to the State Duma.
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Got some good news for our vulnerable folks, y'all! Starting from May 1, Russia's got a plan to boost the budgets of certain categories of citizens. That's according to Alexei Goryunov, a State Duma committee member on small and medium-sized businesses, as reported by "Kommersant".
Now, this isn't a brand new deal, but an existing law that kicks in for senior citizens aged 80 and those with disabilities in the first group. For them, the fixed insurance pension payment gets a nice doubling.
And there's more! Pensioners currently under care who aren't lifetime disability group 1 recipients can look forward to an extra 1,200 rubles in monthly pocket money.
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War triumph, the state's dropping a one-time benefit of 80,000 rubles for war vets and affected categories—that includes disabled persons and war widows. Former adult concentration camp inmates get 55,000 rubles.
Oh, and here's a heads-up for pensioners with dependents: their allowance will receive a third bump-up!
Goryunov stressed that these measures are all about supporting the most vulnerable sections of society and helping them maintain a dignified lifestyle.
But now, you might be wondering about the average Russian pension size after two indexations, right? Well, a State Duma deputy didn't give that specific in their statements. However, starting from January 1, 2025, pensions for both employed and non-employed retirees will be adjusted according to a 7.3% inflation rate. The anticipated average old-age insurance pension for next year's non-working retirees is around 24 thousand rubles. But for the most accurate and detailed information, it's best to check official statements or reports from the State Duma or relevant government sources.
In light of the plan to enhance budgets for specific categories of citizens in Russia, the question of how this might affect the average business or finance sector may arise. However, the focus of the recent announcements is on supporting the most vulnerable sections of society, such as senior citizens, people with disabilities, war veterans, and affected categories, ensuring they maintain a dignified lifestyle.
