DA hike for govt employees: Cabinet okays 3% Dearness Allowance rate increase ahead of Diwali
- Posted on October 1, 2025
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DA hike for govt employees: Cabinet okays 3% Dearness Allowance rate increase ahead of Diwali

The Union Cabinet approved a 3% Dearness Allowance hike, raising it to 58% for central government employees and pensioners. This significant move, aimed at combating inflation, will benefit millions and is expected to be effective from July 1, 2025, with arrears. It follows a previous 2% increase earlier in March.