Great news for government employees! The Tripura government has announced a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees and pensioners, bringing their DA to 33% starting April 1, 2025. This move is set to benefit thousands of employees and retirees, easing the impact of inflation on their finances.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha made the announcement in the state assembly, confirming the DA increase from 30% to 33%. He stated, “We are committed to reducing the gap in DA between state and central employees. This increase will impose an additional financial burden of Rs 300 crore annually on the government.”
Following the trend, several states, including Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand, have also announced DA hikes for their government employees. This aligns with the ongoing efforts to provide relief amid rising inflation.
While state governments are moving forward with DA revisions, central government employees are still awaiting an official decision on their Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) hike. The DA increase, applicable for the January-June 2025 period, was expected before Holi, but no official notification has been issued yet.
Based on All India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) data for July-December 2024, experts predict a 2% increase in DA, which would raise it from 53% to 55%. However, an official confirmation is awaited.
Dearness Allowance is revised twice a year to help government employees cope with inflation. An increase in DA ensures that the purchasing power of salaries is maintained despite rising costs of living.
With Tripura leading the way, it is expected that the central government will soon announce its DA hike. Employees should stay tuned for official updates regarding their revised salaries.
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