Cabinet increased dearness allowance by 3%

Central employees have got great news from the government today. In the cabinet meeting today, approval has been given to increase the dearness allowance by 3%. At the same time, arrears for January and February 2022 will also be available. The new dearness allowance will be applicable from January 1, 2022.

Central employees currently receive 31 percent DA. It has increased from 3% to 34%. The move will benefit more than 50 lakh government employees and 65 lakh pensioners.

Dearness allowance is a part of salary. It is a fixed percentage of the basic salary of the employee. To reduce the effect of inflation in the country, the government gives dearness allowance to its employees. It is extended from time to time. Retired employees also get the benefit of this scheme.