The Arunachal Pradesh government has approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for its regular employees and pensioners, effective from July 1, 2024. This increase will boost DA and DR from 50% to 53%, providing enhanced financial support for over 68,818 employees in the state.

Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein announced the decision on Wednesday(October 23) .

The hike follows the Centre’s policy and will benefit state government employees, All India Service officers posted in Arunachal, central government employees on deputation, and pensioners.

Additionally, the House Rent Allowance (HRA) has been revised, with rates of 30%, 20%, and 10% depending on the category of town.

The decision is expected to have a financial impact of ₹63.92 crore from July 2024 to March 2025.

“This is a significant step in ensuring the well-being of those who serve and have served,” Mein stated.

Dearness Allowance (DA) is a cost-of-living adjustment provided by the government to its employees and pensioners to cushion them against inflation.

It is calculated as a percentage of the basic salary.