After all, it is going to dawn the year 2024. Good news has come for the employees of the central government. New year 2025 may bring forth an increase in the dearness allowance of central employees. This has marked great happiness among millions of employees and pensioners.
Dearness allowance may increase by this much
An increased dearness allowance for the employees, that is, 3 percent increasing between 53 and 56 percent is being considered. The AICPI basis is how the government does the increases. This adds up to the benefit for 48 lakh employees and 68 lakh pensioners in the country as well.
The welfare of present employees is taken into consideration while stating that this decision is a boon for all retired employees, as the increased benefit would also include consideration of this welfare aspect.
Such a massive decision could also be made on arrears of 18 months’ dearness allowance in the union budget to be laid in February 2025. It’s a hot topic among employees.
Once announced for arrears, it would be credited to the salaries of employees in a lump sum. After this, the state government too may go with dearness allowance hike for its employees just like the central government. This has been happening for the past many years.
Government’s gift to employees
For employees, the increased dearness allowance will increase the purchasing power. Increase in DA in times of high inflation gives real respite to the employees and helps them maintain their standard of living. It can also positively affect the economy.
This step by the central government will be the gift to the employees for the New Year. Such an increase in DA will not only boost financial strength among employees but also bolster employee morale. However, no such announcement has been made officially yet. Employees will be able to avail it only after the official announcemnt.
Disclaimer – Let us make it clear that all this information is based on the currently available information and media reports. Some things may change when the official announcement is made. This Website advises that you have to trust the government announcement only.
