CM Sukhu said that Class IV employees will receive an arrears of ₹10,000. This amount will be deposited into their bank accounts on November 1, 2026
CM Sukhu announced 5% DA hike: Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday announced hike in Dearness Allowance(DA) ahead of Diwali. The decision is expected to offer financial relief to employees during the festive season.
During a media interaction Sukhu announced a total 5% increase in employees DA. This includes 4 percent dearness allowance for the current year and 1 percent arrears from last year. Chief Minister Sukhu said that Class IV employees will receive an arrears of ₹10,000. This amount will be deposited into their bank accounts on November 1, 2026 and a notification will be issued. The Chief Minister stated that despite the state’s financial situation being strained, the government is taking decisions in the best interests of employees.
This decision will benefit 2,75,000 state employees and pensioners. The government is taking interest-free loans to meet its financial needs. The Chief Minister expressed hope that Himachal Pradesh will become self-reliant in the health and education sectors by 2030.
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