Cabinet Approves 2% Dearness Allowance Hike for Central Employees and Pensioners

The Union Cabinet approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for all central government employees and pensioners. The increase will be reflected in salary payments from the month of January 2024. The decision follows a review of cost‑of‑living adjustments and aims to provide modest relief amid rising inflation. The hike is part of the government’s broader effort to keep public sector wages in line with economic conditions.