Punjab government hikes DA to 60% for 85,000 staff
The Punjab administration, headed by CM Bhagwant Mann, is set to boost the Dearness Allowance (DA) for approximately 85,000 workers. The rate will climb from 42% to 60%. This update applies specifically to staff hired after 2020 who receive pay according to the Central Government's 7th Pay Commission structure and have not had their salaries adjusted via court rulings.