Arunachal Govt hikes 3% DA for state government employees from July 2024
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced that the Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for state government employees, All India Service Officers posted in the state, Central Government employees on deputation, and pensioners will be increased by 3 percent. This hike, which raises the DA from 50% to 53% of the basic pay, will come into effect from July 1, 2024.
In a tweet, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu stated:
Happy to share that our government has enhanced Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) by 3%, effective from July 1, 2024.
- DA/DR increases from 50% to 53%
- HRA raised to 30%, 20%, and 10% for X, Y, and Z category towns
- ₹63.92 crore financial impact for 8 months (July 2024 – March 2025)
This increase is in line with the Central Government’s decision and will benefit:
- State Govt employees
- All India Service Officers posted in #ArunachalPradesh
- Central Govt employees on their deputation in the state
- Pensioners and their families
