Union Cabinet Approves 2% Hike In Dearness Allowance For Central Government Employees

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Saturday, approved 2%  hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees. The move comes after 8th Pay Commission recommendation subsequent increased pressure for the hike and other broader demands.

The National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM) has pitched for a significantly higher fitment factor of 3.83 in a memorandum submitted to the government.

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