The Office of Controller of Communication Accounts (CCA), Punjab Telecom Circle, Chandigarh, field office in the State of Punjab under the Government of India, Ministry of Communications, Department of Telecommunications organized a Pensioners’ Life certificate Camp at GMTD, BSNL office, Firozpur.

As a part of “Nation-wide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 4.0, November, 1-30, 2025 this Camp was dedicated to the well-being and convenience of pensioners. The Camp aimed to facilitate Life Certificate updation, promote health awareness and enhance understanding of cyber security and banking-related issues among pensioners.

The camp was inaugurated and Chaired by the Deputy Controller of Communication Accounts (Deputy CCA), Punjab. In the inaugural address, Deputy CCA, Punjab, assured the pensioners that such outreach and service camps are being organised and will be organised on a regular basis to ensure the availability of departmental services at the doorstep of pensioners, thereby enhancing their ease, comfort, and welfare.  In view of rising online frauds and scams targeting elderly citizens, Sh Kanwaldeep Singh, GMTD BSNL  Firozpur sensitised the pensioners about safe digital Banking practices, secure use of mobile banking, and prevention of cyber frauds.

A special counter was set up to assist pensioners in generating and submitting their Digital Life Certificates (Jeevan Pramaan), ensuring ease of compliance without the need to visit multiple offices. Representatives from Banking institutions were also present to address queries related to Banking facilities and assistance, and financial literacy.

As part of the welfare initiative, a Health Check-up Camp was also organized in collaboration with Medicity Hospital, Firozpur health consultations, and wellness advice by Dr. Ashwani for senior citizens.  Shri Gurpreet Singh, Yoga Teacher expert gave an enlightening lecture on Yoga practices and its benefits.

In view of rising online frauds and scams targeting elderly citizens, a Cyber Security Awareness Session was conducted, sensitizing participants about safe digital Banking practices, secure use of mobile banking, and prevention of cyber frauds. Demonstrating its dedication to environmental sustainability, the office has undertaken initiatives to spread green awareness and distribute plant saplings among pensioners and stakeholders, inspiring collective action towards a healthier and greener future.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from pensioners and leaders of Pensioners Association Sh. Satpaul Khurana, Bakshi Ram. 

The officers from CCA, Punjab Office Chandigarh reiterated their commitment ensuring pensioners’ welfare, convenience, and digital empowerment through such outreach programs.

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