Bihar Cabinet approves 3-point DA hike for state employees
In short
The Bihar Cabinet has approved a 3 percentage point rise in dearness allowance. It will take effect from July 1, 2026, and raises the rate from 60% to 63%.
The move affects state employees and pensioners. It will also increase dearness relief for pensioners.
What the reporting says
The Bihar Cabinet has approved a three-percentage-point increase in dearness allowance for state employees and dearness relief for pensioners, effective July 1, 2026. Mint Money’s summary says the move lifts the allowance from 60% to 63%. The change affects both state employees and pensioners once it takes effect.
Why it matters
The Bihar Cabinet has approved a three-percentage-point increase in dearness allowance for state employees and dearness relief for pensioners, effective July 1, 2026. Mint Money’s summary says the rate moves from 60% to 63%. The decision directly affects government payroll and pension payouts in the state.