Clear pending DA in 14 days: HC to Punjab
The Punjab and Haryana high court ordered the Punjab government to clear pending dearness allowance (DA) of employees and pensioners within 14 days.
The court dismissed appeals from the state government and Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) challenging the June 30 deadline set by a single-judge bench.
Until dues are cleared, the government must avoid unproductive expenditures, such as large-scale advertising in print or social media; unpaid amounts will carry 6% annual interest.
The chief secretary must ensure compliance and file an affidavit by August 31.
The state estimates the arrears at ₹14,000 crore, citing its already high salary and pension liability among major Indian states.
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