Kerala Announces Increase in Dearness Allowance: Who Qualifies?

The Kerala government has rolled out a new increase in dearness allowance for certain categories of state employees and pensioners. Officials clarified that the hike applies to employees in the public sector who are currently receiving a dearness allowance, as well as to pensioners who qualify under the state’s pension scheme. Those who are not covered include private sector workers and pensioners who do not meet the eligibility criteria set by the state. The announcement was made during a briefing by the state’s finance department, which also highlighted that the increase is part of a broader effort to adjust salaries in line with inflation. The government has urged all eligible recipients to check the official notice for detailed instructions on how to claim the revised allowance.