The Andhra Pradesh government has ordered that March pensions be disbursed on February 28, 2026, instead of March 1, as the first day of the month falls on a Sunday. Under the leadership of N. Chandrababu Naidu, the state will release ₹4,000 monthly social security pensions a day in advance through village and ward secretariats. The move ensures uninterrupted payments to over 63 lakh beneficiaries across the state.

Why the Date Was Advanced

The coalition government in Andhra Pradesh has been distributing social security pensions on the first day of every month as part of its post-election commitment. However, since March 1, 2026, falls on a Sunday, the government issued fresh guidelines directing that pensions be distributed on February 28, 2026.

Instructions have been formally communicated to all village and ward secretariats to complete cash disbursement arrangements in advance. The administration aims to complete the majority of payments on February 28 itself. Any beneficiaries who miss collection on that day will receive their pensions by March 2, 2026.

Pension Amounts & Beneficiary Categories

Since coming to power, the coalition government has enhanced social security pensions to ₹4,000 per month for several categories. The state currently disburses pensions to 63.12 lakh beneficiaries, with a total monthly outlay of approximately ₹2,743.99 crore.

Pension Structure

Category	Monthly Pension
Elderly, Widows, Weavers, Toddy Tappers, Single Women, Traditional Drummers	₹4,000
Disabled & Leprosy Patients	₹6,000
Fully Disabled	₹10,000
Chronic Disease Patients	₹10,000

The pension distribution process is managed through the village and ward secretariat system to ensure doorstep delivery and transparency.

CM’s Participation in Distribution

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is scheduled to participate in the pension distribution program on February 28 in Cheepurupalli constituency, Vizianagaram district. Since the formation of the coalition government, the Chief Minister has frequently taken part in pension distribution drives as a symbolic affirmation of the scheme’s importance.

Administrative Guidelines

All secretariat staff must complete disbursement on February 28.
Pending cases must be cleared by March 2.
Adequate cash logistics must be ensured in advance.
Beneficiary verification procedures remain unchanged.

The government clarified that whenever the first day of a month falls on a holiday, pensions will be distributed the previous working day.

Key Entities (Official Designations)

N. Chandrababu Naidu – Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Government – State Executive Authority
Village/Ward Secretariats – Local administrative disbursement bodies

Final Verdict

The Andhra Pradesh government’s decision to advance pension disbursement reflects administrative preparedness and commitment to uninterrupted welfare delivery. By ensuring payments reach over 63 lakh beneficiaries before March begins, the state reinforces its social security promise. The move also highlights the coalition government’s emphasis on structured welfare governance and timely execution of financial assistance schemes.