DA Hike: There is great news for Himachal Pradesh government employees ahead of Diwali. A major announcement has been made regarding the Dearness Allowance (DA) for government employees. On Friday, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced a total 5 per cent increase in the DA for employees. Chief Minister Sukhu stated that Class IV employees will receive the DA hike along with Rs 10,000 as revision arrears. This amount will be credited to their bank accounts on November 1st.
This decision by the Himachal government will benefit 275,000 state employees and pensioners. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced the DA hike while speaking to the media. This includes a 4 per cent increase for the current year and 1 per cent as outstanding DA from the previous year. In addition to the DA benefit, these employees will also receive Rs 10,000.
Employees to receive a total 5 per cent DA hike
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stated that the state government fully commits to the welfare and financial interests of its employees. On the occasion of Diwali, the government has decided to release a new installment of DA. According to the announcement, employees are being granted a new 4 per cent DA instalment, along with the 1 per cent pending DA from the previous period. In total, employees will receive a 5 per cent Dearness Allowance.
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Chief Minister Sukhu refuted the opposition’s allegations that the state’s debt exceeds Rs 1.20 lakh crore. He claimed that the total debt of Himachal Pradesh currently stands at approximately Rs 99,000 crore. The Chief Minister expressed optimism that Himachal Pradesh would become self-reliant in the sectors of health and education by 2030.
The Chief Minister has clearly stated that the entire amount, including the DA (Dearness Allowance) and the additional funds, will be transferred directly into the employees’ bank accounts on the first of next month. This swift action by the government has brought great joy among the employees. Furthermore, Class IV employees will receive additional financial support to help them celebrate the upcoming festivals.