Agartala: Agartala witnessed a significant financial announcement as Chief Minister Manik Saha, during the inaugural session of the 2025-26 budget, declared a 3% increase in dearness allowance (DA) for state government employees and dearness relief (DR) for pensioners.
The decision, unveiled on March 21, will elevate the existing allowance rate from 30% to 33%, providing a tangible financial uplift to thousands of individuals.
Implementation of this enhanced allowance is slated to commence on April 1, 2025, with the state government earmarking a substantial sum of Rs 300 crore to facilitate the adjustment.
“We have decided to provide 3% DA and DR for government employees and pensioners,” Saha stated, emphasizing the government’s commitment to addressing the economic needs of its workforce and retirees during his address to the state assembly.
This move is anticipated to positively impact a large segment of the population across Tripura, signifying the administration’s proactive approach to mitigating the effects of escalating living expenses on public sector beneficiaries.
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