New Delhi, Aug. 11 -- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced waiting periods for members seeking partial or full withdrawal of their PF balances.

With the implementation of the EPF Scheme 2026, questions have emerged over how the new rules affect members' access to their retirement savings.

The changes were explained in the Lok Sabha, where the government was asked about the amendments to EPF withdrawal rules and steps being taken to address concerns over workers' access to their savings.

The government was asked about the recent amendments notified by the EPFO concerning the conditions for partial and full withdrawal of provident fund balances and pension accumulations.

In a written reply to the Lok Sabha on...