Gujarat Government Approves DA Hike for 9.59 Lakh Employees and Pensioners: 2%–6% Increase with 3-Month Arrears

Ganpat Singh Chouhan

Gandhinagar, April 21 In a major relief for government employees and pensioners, the Gujarat state cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has approved a hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for more than 9.59 lakh beneficiaries. This move follows the recent 2% DA increase by the Central Government, raising the rate from 53% to 55%, effective January 1, 2025.

Who Benefits from the Gujarat DA Hike 2025?

The DA hike will apply to:

4.78 lakh active employees under the Seventh Pay Commission
4.81 lakh retired pensioners including those from the Sixth Pay Commission, Panchayat services, and other government sectors

DA Increase Details:

2% hike for 7th Pay Commission employees and pensioners
6% hike for those under the 6th Pay Commission

Arrears from January to March 2025

The revised DA rates are effective from January 1, 2025. Hence, beneficiaries will receive three months of arrears (Jan–Mar 2025) along with their April 2025 salary or pension.

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Financial Impact

₹946 crore total expenditure to be borne by the state government
Includes approximately ₹235 crore in additional salary burden
Average ₹1,000 annual increase per employee/pensioner

Part of a Nationwide DA Hike Trend

Gujarat joins other states such as Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Assam in increasing DA following the central government’s move. These hikes are in line with inflation-linked adjustments to protect the real income of government workers and retirees.

Key Takeaways for Employees and Pensioners

DA now stands at 55% for 7th Pay Commission beneficiaries
Increased payout will reflect in April 2025 salary
Ensure pension/salary account details are updated for smooth disbursement of arrears

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Ganpat Singh Chouhan: My name is Ganpat Singh Choughan. I am an experienced content writer with 7 years of expertise in the field. Currently, I contribute to Daily Kiran, creating engaging and informative content across a variety of categories including technology, health, travel, education, and automobiles. My goal is to deliver accurate, insightful, and captivating information through my words to help readers stay informed and empowered.