7th Pay Commission: Central Government Employees Win the Lottery, Government Announces 46% DA Hike!
- Posted on June 8, 2023
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- By Sakshi Gupta
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In a welcome development for the millions of central
government employees in the country, there is exciting news regarding the
Dearness Allowance (DA) hike. The government is set to increase the DA by not
just 42 percent, as anticipated earlier, but by a full 46 percent in the coming
months.
Yes, you heard it right! There will be an additional 4
percent DA in your account, leading to a substantial increase in your salary.
The government is once again going the extra mile and providing an increment in
the DA in July.
The AICPI Data
Reveals the Upward Trend
The All India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) has released
data indicating that in July 2023, the government will grant a 4 percent
increase in the DA. The AICPI index has provided valuable insights this time as
well.
The data shows a 0.72 percent rise in the index, firmly
establishing the fact that employees will indeed receive a 4 percent hike in
the DA.
Experts'
Earlier Claims
Experts had already predicted that the government would
raise the DA by 4 percent this time as well. The AICPI data seems to align with
these claims.
How Did the
Recent Months Fare?
The data for April has been released, comparing it to
March. The AICPI index has witnessed an increase from 133.3 points in March to
134.02 points, marking a rise of 0.72 points. It indicates a favorable
increment in the DA this time as well.
Who Releases
the Index Figures?
The determination of the DA increment for government
employees is based on the AICPI index. Every month, on the last working day,
the index figures are released by the Ministry of Labour. This index is
compiled for 88 centers across the country, covering the entire nation.
This latest update regarding the DA hike brings relief and
joy to central government employees, who have been eagerly awaiting a positive
change in their financial situation. With a significant increase of 4 percent
in the DA, employees can expect a considerable boost in their monthly income.
The government's commitment to addressing the concerns of
its employees is commendable, and this move will undoubtedly help in improving
their standard of living.
It is important to note that the DA increment will take
effect in July 2023, providing employees with a well-deserved increase in their
earnings. This news serves as a testament to the government's efforts to
prioritize the welfare of its workforce and ensure their financial well-being.
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