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Karnataka raises dearness allowance by 2.5% ahead of Diwali
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🗓 07 Nov 2026, 09:32 AM
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The Karnataka government announced a 2.5% increase in dearness allowance for its employees, effective before the Diwali festival.
The state government of Karnataka has approved a 2.5% hike in dearness allowance (DA) for its salaried staff. The increase is scheduled to take effect before the upcoming Diwali celebrations, aiming to offset rising living costs during the festive period.
The decision was communicated through an official circular to all departmental offices, outlining the revised DA rates and the date of implementation. Employees across various departments will see a modest rise in their monthly pay, reflecting the government's effort to provide timely financial relief.
Karnataka's move comes as part of a broader trend among Indian states to adjust allowances ahead of major festivals, ensuring that government workers receive adequate support during periods of heightened expenditure.
The decision was communicated through an official circular to all departmental offices, outlining the revised DA rates and the date of implementation. Employees across various departments will see a modest rise in their monthly pay, reflecting the government's effort to provide timely financial relief.
Karnataka's move comes as part of a broader trend among Indian states to adjust allowances ahead of major festivals, ensuring that government workers receive adequate support during periods of heightened expenditure.