The Pensions Department states that steps have been taken to introduce a new electronic identity card to pensioners.

Director General of the Deaprtment Sunil Hettiarchchi stated that this system will be implemented from next month.

[quote]We are hoping to include this card system in the future.This card can be used in all purposes, like paying of bills and also in banking.This is a card of new technology which is at present used around the globe.Likewise we are also planning on including their health data , so that they will be able to experience a comfortable environment.[/quote]

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