Supreme Court ruling on pension: Why former Short Service Commission officers’ pro-rata pension plea was rejected

The Supreme Court has dismissed a curative petition seeking a pro rata pension for former Short Service Commission Officers (SSCOs). Here's what the October 2026 ruling means for Army veterans, pension eligibility and their long-standing demand for retirement benefits.

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