The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR). The increase will benefit over 1 crore central government employees and pensioners.
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. The increase represents a 3% hike over the existing rates of 60%. This move aims to compensate against price rise. The combined impact on the exchequer due to this increase in both DA and DR is estimated to be Rs.10,016.10 crore per annum.
This decision aligns with the accepted formula based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission. This increase will benefit approximately 48.54 lakh Central Government employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners.
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