Politics · India
Punjab government increases dearness allowance for 85,000 employees
The Punjab government has decided to increase the dearness allowance (DA) for 85,000 employees from 42% to 60%. This decision impacts a significant portion of the state's workforce. While the immediate increase is to 60%, projections suggest a further potential rise to 64% for the July 2026 pay cycle, based on the 7th Pay Commission recommendations. The 8th Pay Commission has not yet been implemented.
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- Right (2): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran