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Gujarat government raises DA by 3% for employees as Diwali gift
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 04:18 PM
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The Gujarat state administration approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance for its government employees, presenting it as a Diwali gift and fulfilling a long‑standing demand.
The Gujarat cabinet has approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for all state government employees, describing the move as a Diwali gift. The decision comes after months of petitions from employee unions seeking a revision of the allowance.
Dearness Allowance is a cost‑of‑living component of salaries that is adjusted periodically to offset inflation. A 3% rise will augment the take‑home pay of thousands of staff across departments, from clerical workers to senior officials.
The timing of the announcement aligns with the festive season, aiming to boost morale among the workforce during Diwali celebrations. Officials said the increase will be reflected in the next payroll cycle, providing immediate financial relief.
State authorities indicated that the hike fulfills a long‑pending demand and demonstrates the government's commitment to employee welfare ahead of the year‑end.
Dearness Allowance is a cost‑of‑living component of salaries that is adjusted periodically to offset inflation. A 3% rise will augment the take‑home pay of thousands of staff across departments, from clerical workers to senior officials.
The timing of the announcement aligns with the festive season, aiming to boost morale among the workforce during Diwali celebrations. Officials said the increase will be reflected in the next payroll cycle, providing immediate financial relief.
State authorities indicated that the hike fulfills a long‑pending demand and demonstrates the government's commitment to employee welfare ahead of the year‑end.