DA Hike: With the increasing strain of inflation, there is positive news for government workers. The central and state administrations are gearing up to raise the dearness allowance (DA) for their individual employees. This rise will not just offer monetary assistance but will also enhance the employees’ purchasing power.
Central government has raised DA from 50% to 53%
The central government has just raised the dearness allowance from 50% to 53%. This rate came into effect on July 1, 2024, providing direct financial advantages to the central employees. On the other hand, in January 2024, the state government raised the dearness allowance for its employees from 46% to 50%. Once more, the state government is anticipated to reveal a rise in the dearness allowance, which will benefit millions of employees.
Employees in Madhya Pradesh have been calling for an increase in DA
Approximately 7 lakh government workers in Madhya Pradesh have been calling for an increase in dearness allowance for quite some time. According to media report, the state government is reviewing this request and might declare a rise in the dearness allowance from 50% to 53% starting January 2025. Upon the Chief Minister’s approval, this decision will be implemented and will impact all state employees and pensioners.
DA may hike from 50% to 53%
The dearness allowance for employees in Madhya Pradesh may rise from 50% to 53%. In contrast, for central employees, the expectation is to rise from 53% to 56%. This rise will enhance the financial well-being of the workers and offer them relief from the growing effects of inflation. The declaration regarding the rise in dearness allowance may take effect from January 2025. However, there has been no official confirmation so far. The announcement may be slightly delayed, with the new rates expected to take effect from January 1, 2025. This decision will be formally announced by the state government and will apply to all employees.