Central government employees retiring before January 1, 2026, face uncertainty regarding the 8th Pay Commission's revised pensions and arrears. Pensioner associations are urging the government. Central government employees and pensioners await 8th Pay Commission decisions on arrears, effective dates, and eligibility for those retiring before. Shamli pensioners have raised 12 demands, including inclusion of pre-2026 retirees, pension revision, DA/DR arrears, 5% pension increases, rail fare concessions and higher healthcare limits.