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Central Govt Employees to Receive DA Increase Ahead of Diwali
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 05:45 AM
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The government has approved a rise in Dearness Allowance for all central government staff, set to take effect before the Diwali festival.
The Ministry of Finance has cleared a hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for employees of the central government. The decision, announced in early November, is timed to coincide with the upcoming Diwali celebrations, ensuring that staff receive the benefit before the festive period.
While the exact percentage of the increase has not been disclosed in the brief, officials indicated that the adjustment will raise the monthly take‑home pay of central government workers. The move aligns with the government's periodic review of inflation‑linked allowances.
The timing of the hike is intended to boost morale among the workforce during one of the country's most important festivals. Union representatives have welcomed the announcement, noting that it helps offset the rising cost of living.
The revised DA rates are expected to be reflected in the next payroll cycle, allowing employees to benefit from the increase during the Diwali holidays.
While the exact percentage of the increase has not been disclosed in the brief, officials indicated that the adjustment will raise the monthly take‑home pay of central government workers. The move aligns with the government's periodic review of inflation‑linked allowances.
The timing of the hike is intended to boost morale among the workforce during one of the country's most important festivals. Union representatives have welcomed the announcement, noting that it helps offset the rising cost of living.
The revised DA rates are expected to be reflected in the next payroll cycle, allowing employees to benefit from the increase during the Diwali holidays.