CSS Shield formalised to support bereaved families of officers

CSS Shield has been formalised to provide collective financial support to bereaved families of Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers. Under the initiative, the CSS Forum seeks to provide at least ₹15 lakh to a bereaved family. The Forum said CSS officers have collectively contributed around ₹1.30 crore since 2020 towards assistance for families of approximately 65–70 deceased officers. Dr. Jitendra Singh welcomed the initiative.

Key facts

• CSS Shield initiative has been formalized
• CSS Shield provides collective financial support to bereaved families of CSS officers
• Minimum assistance per bereaved family is at least ₹15 lakh
• Since 2020, approximately 65-70 deceased CSS officers' families have received ₹1.30 crore in support
• Dr. Jitendra Singh welcomed the CSS Shield initiative

Sources

• Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Calls for Continued Effort to Make Service Rules More Responsive to Employees and Their Families