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West Bengal DA Hike ALERT: Mamata Banerjee government to increase THIS much DA in Budget 2025? Check
Similar to the past two years, the Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees is expected to be announced in the upcoming state budget
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DA announcement expected in the budget
Similar to the last two years, the DA for state government employees might be announced during the budget session
Ongoing DA tug-of-war
A long-standing dispute over DA continues between the state government and its employees, involving legal battles and protests
DA announcement amidst uncertainty
Speculation is rife among government employees about another DA announcement. Speculation about a DA announcement during the budget arises from the government's similar announcements in the past two years
Discussions on DA rate
Sources suggest a potential 4% DA increase in the budget, although no official confirmation has been made
18% DA under 6th Pay Commission
A 4% increase would bring the total DA to 18% under the 6th Pay Commission. Last year's 4% DA increase fuels expectations for a similar announcement this year
Current DA rate
Employees currently receive 14% DA under the 6th Pay Commission, following a 3% increase in 2023. A 39% DA gap exists between central and state government employees, leading to protests
8th Pay Commission
The central government's recommendation of the 8th Pay Commission has caused discontent among state employees still under the 6th Pay Commission
