Ahead of Diwali, Gujarat govt hikes DA by 3% for employees, pensioners

Published 04 Nov 2026, 19:23 IST

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The Gujarat government has announced a 3% Dearness Allowance hike for 4.62 lakh serving employees and 5.07 lakh pensioners ahead of Diwali. Effective from July 1, 2026, the increase will bring four months of arrears with November salaries and pensions, costing the state Rs 523 crore in arrears.

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The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co. Current article 04 Nov 2026, 19:23 IST

Ahead of Diwali, Gujarat govt hikes DA by 3% for employees, pensioners

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NDTV Center-Right Adani Group (AMG Media) 05 Nov 2026, 15:09 IST

Uttarakhand Hikes Dearness Allowance For State Employees From 60 To 63%

With the Chief Minister's approval, the differential amount of the Dearness Allowance for the period from July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, will be paid in cash as arrears to the eligible employees.

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