501 violators of ‘Khatwa’ programme settle cases

TDT | Manama

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A total of 114 participants in the ‘Khatwa’ programme have been cleared to continue receiving their pensions after meeting the required conditions, according to a joint announcement by the Ministry of Labour and the Social Insurance Organisation (SIO).

These beneficiaries, who had added previous service periods to their records, were found to be in compliance with the rules governing their activities. The SIO also reported that 501 individuals who had breached programme guidelines successfully resolved their cases through legal settlements.

Following their engagement with the SIO and completion of necessary steps, their pensions have continued without disruption, adhering to the relevant procedures.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Labour has begun registering 683 individuals, previously flagged for violations of the programme and whose pension payments were suspended, under the unemployment benefit scheme for job seekers.

This follows Cabinet instructions to ensure support for those eligible.

The ministry confirmed that these cases are now being reviewed to verify their eligibility. Once confirmed, these individuals will be added to the unemployment system, enabling them to receive financial support and access suitable job openings.

The joint statement stressed the importance of fairness and equity in delivering pensions and unemployment benefits, ensuring payments reach those who genuinely qualify.

It also called for collective efforts to protect pension funds, maintain transparency, and uphold accountability.

These measures aim to protect public interests and ensure contributors’ rights remain secure.