Government Approves 3% Dearness Allowance Increase for Employees Ahead of Festive Season

Oct 01, 2025 05:50 pm CST

The Indian government has announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for employees and pensioners, effective from July 1. This festive season benefit, confirmed by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, follows a 2% hike in March and will impact compensation calculations until the Eighth Pay Commission implements new salary structures in 2026.