Yogi Adityanath’s Diwali Surprise, 3% DA Increase for 28 Lakh Staff
In a festive gesture ahead of Diwali, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for over 28 lakh state employees and pensioners. The increase raises the DA rate from 55% to 58%, effective July 1, 2025, and is being hailed as a “Diwali gift” from…

