Uttarakhand CM Dhami Gives Pay Boost: 3% DA Hike Approved
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami increases Dearness Allowance from 60% to 63% for state employees to match central standards.
In a move that brings significant financial relief to thousands of government workers, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has officially approved a 3 percent increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees. This decision ensures that the state's pay structure remains aligned with the standards set by the central government.
From 60% to 63%: The New DA Structure
With this latest approval, the Dearness Allowance for eligible personnel in Uttarakhand will rise from the previous 60 percent to 63 percent. The move is specifically designed to maintain parity with the central government's earlier 3 percent hike, which was implemented under the guidelines of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Effective Date and Arrears
The revised allowance is not just for the future; it is effective retroactively from July 1, 2026. This means that employees are entitled to back-pay for the months already passed.
According to the Chief Minister's Office, employees will receive cash payments for the arrears covering the period from July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.
Who Benefits from the Hike?
The scope of this pay adjustment extends well beyond the core state government staff. The benefits of the 3 percent increase will also be available to:
- Employees of local bodies.
- Staff at aided educational institutions.
- Personnel working in state universities.
- Employees of technical institutions.
- Those whose salaries are based on UGC pay scales.
Impact on the State Treasury
While the hike is a welcome windfall for employees, it comes with a significant cost to the government. To facilitate these payments and cover the arrears, the state exchequer is expected to shoulder an additional financial burden of approximately 600 crore rupees.