Haryana Government Increases Dearness Allowance and Relief

The Haryana government, under Nayab Singh Saini, has announced a three percent hike in dearness allowance and relief for employees and pensioners, effective from July 1. The DA and DR increase from 50% to 53% and will be paid with October's pay and December arrears for July-September.

In a significant financial decision, the Nayab Singh Saini-led Haryana government declared on Wednesday an increase in dearness allowance and relief by three percent for the state's employees and pensioners.

The revised rates, rising from 50% to 53% of the basic pay, are effective from July 1, 2024, as outlined in the government order.

The enhanced dearness allowance and relief will be reflected in October's salary and pension payments, with arrears for the months of July to September disbursed in December.

(With inputs from agencies.)