NewKerala.com

Key Points

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has approved a significant DA increase for state employees and pensioners. The hike affects both Sixth and Seventh Pay Commission beneficiaries with different percentage increases. Around 9.5 lakh people will benefit from this welfare decision, including both active employees and retirees. The government will also disburse ₹483 crore in arrears for the July-September 2025 period.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Approves DA Hike for 9.5 Lakh Employees

  • DA increased by 3% for Seventh Pay Commission employees
  • Sixth Pay Commission employees get 5% DA hike
  • Arrears for July-September 2025 to be paid in one instalment
  • Annual expenditure of ₹1,932 crore for salaries and pensions
  • 4.69 lakh active employees and 4.82 lakh pensioners benefit
  • State government to pay ₹483 crore in arrears
2 min read

Gujarat govt announces DA hike for employees, pensioners; 9.5 Lakh to benefit

Gujarat government increases DA for state employees and pensioners under 6th & 7th Pay Commissions, benefiting 9.5 lakh people with ₹483 crore arrears payment.

"The benefit of this increase in Dearness Allowance will be admissible to a total of 4.69 lakh Karmayogis... as well as approximately 4.82 lakh retired employees - Gujarat CMO Statement"

Gandhinagar, October 7

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has approved an increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for the state government employees receiving benefits under the Sixth and Seventh Pay Commissions, in line with the Central Government's standards, effective from July 1, according to an official statement from the Gujarat CMO.

Under this welfare-orientated decision for the employees by the Chief Minister, the Dearness Allowance for employees receiving benefits under the Seventh Pay Commission has been increased by 3 per cent. The Dearness Allowance for state government employees who are receiving benefits under the Sixth Pay Commission has been increased by 5 per cent, according to a release issued by the State government.

The arrear amount for three months of this Dearness Allowance increase, from July 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, will be paid in one instalment. The benefit of this increase in Dearness Allowance will be admissible to a total of 4.69 lakh Karmayogis, including those of the state government, Panchayat services, and others, as well as approximately 4.82 lakh retired employees, i.e., pensioners.

Also, the state government will pay a total of ₹483.24 crore to employees as arrears, and an additional annual expenditure of ₹1,932.92 crore will be incurred towards salaries, allowances, and pensions.

The Chief Minister has also given instructions to the Finance Department to issue the necessary orders for the implementation of this employee-welfare decision.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has launched the innovative initiative 'Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences' (VGRC), inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and following the success of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS).

Industries Minister Balvantsinh Rajput announced that the first edition of VGRC will be inaugurated in Mehsana on October 9, 2025, according to an official statement from the Gujarat Chief Minister's Office (CMO).

The Industries Minister provided details today at a press conference in Gandhinagar regarding the organisation of the VGRC. Present at the press conference were Principal Secretary of the Industries and Mines Department, Ms Mamta Verma; MD of iNDEXTb, K.C. Sampat; and Director of Information, KL Bachani.

In the presence of the Industry Minister, Industries Commissioner P Swaroop said the VGRC will showcase each region's industrial potential and investment readiness, further strengthening Gujarat's global image through the "Vocal for Local" approach.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
My father is a retired state government employee and this DA increase will make a real difference in his monthly expenses. Thank you for thinking about our pensioners too! ❤️
A
Arjun K
While this is welcome, I wish the government would also focus on creating more employment opportunities in the private sector. Government jobs are limited and the youth need more options.
M
Meera T
The arrears payment in one installment is a smart move. It will help employees with major expenses like children's education or festival shopping. Well thought out decision!
S
Sarah B
As someone working in Gujarat's industrial sector, I appreciate how the government is balancing employee welfare with industrial development through initiatives like VGRC. Comprehensive approach!
V
Vikram M
₹1,932 crore additional annual expenditure is substantial. Hope this doesn't affect other development projects. The government should ensure fiscal discipline while implementing welfare measures.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50