Arunachal Increases Tough Location Allowance for State Employees

Northeast Desk, 1st August: In a bid to improve the welfare of state employees, the Arunachal Pradesh government has announced a 25% increase in the Tough Location Allowance (TLA) for Karmveers. This increase applies to employees in both Level 9 and above, as well as Level 8 and below.

The remuneration for Level 9 and above has been raised from Rs 5,300 to Rs 6,625, while for Level 8 and below, it has been increased from Rs 4,100 to Rs 5,125. The government emphasized its commitment to ensuring the well-being of its employees, enabling them to serve the state and its people effectively.

Additionally, on July 31, Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Minister Gabriel Denwang Wangshu announced that a new state horticulture policy is being drafted and is expected to be ready by September 2024. This policy is among the 24 major initiatives announced by the Pema Khandu government after its recent re-election.

“The target for framing the state horticulture policy is September this year and drafting of the policy is under process,” Wangshu stated. The policy aims to provide a roadmap for the state’s self-reliance in producing disease-free and high-quality planting materials through certified nurseries and plant tissue culture.

Wangshu, who also oversees the Horticulture, Dairy Development, and Fisheries portfolios, highlighted the significance of this policy in boosting the state’s agricultural sector and ensuring sustainable development.

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