Union Minister Launches C CARES 2.0 for Coal Workers' PF and Pension Services
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of C CARES Version 2.0 |
| Date | 3rd June 2025 |
| Launched by | Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal and Mines |
| Developed by | C-DAC in partnership with SBI |
| Objective | Streamline Provident Fund (PF) and pension services for coal workers |
| Key Features | Real-time tracking, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), mobile-based access, grievance support |
| Administrative Features | Dashboards for coal companies and CMPFO, predictive analytics |
| Initial Rollout Locations | Godavarikhani, Kothagudem, Asansol-I, Bilaspur, Nagpur |
| Nationwide Rollout | 1st July 2025 |
| Background | CMPFO established in 1948; serves 3.3 lakh PF subscribers and 6.3 lakh pensioners |
| Significance | Enhances transparency, efficiency, and e-governance; aligns with Digital India initiative |