New Delhi. Giving big relief to central employees and pensioners, the Central Government has decided to increase Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR). This decision will have a direct impact on the income of lakhs of employees and pensioners across the country.

2 percent increase in DA and DR

According to media reports, the Union Cabinet has approved a 2 percent increase in dearness allowance. After this, DA has now increased from 58 percent to 60 percent. Similarly, the dearness relief (DR) given to pensioners has also been increased by 2 percent.

This increase has been made on the basis of rising inflation and consumer price index, so that the purchasing power of the employees can get some relief.

Three months arrears will also be available

Another big benefit of this decision of the government will be given to the employees in the form of arrears. According to the information, this increase will be considered effective from January 2026. In such a situation, there is a possibility of employees getting the outstanding arrears of three months of January, February and March together in the salary of April.

This will also increase the lump sum income of the employees, which can prove to be a relief for festivals and household expenses.

happy atmosphere among employees

There is an atmosphere of happiness among the central employees due to the news of increase in DA and DR and receipt of arrears. Amid rising inflation, this decision is being considered as giving them some financial relief.