States consider Dearness Allowance hikes for employees

Centre hiked DA by 2% to 69% of basic pay effective 1 January 2026.

Punjab government is considering pending DA and DR dues for employees and pensioners from July 2021 to March 2024.

Punjab sub-committee will discuss arrears for revised salary and pension from January 2016 to June 2021.

Punjab Joint Coordination Committee demanded 18% DA hike, restoration of Old Pension Scheme, and implementation of 4-9-14 ACP Scheme.

Centre updates DA biannually using All-India Consumer Price Index, with announcements in March and October.