In a festive gesture ahead of Diwali, the Uttar Pradesh government on Friday announced an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for state employees and pensioners. The rates have been raised from 55% to 58%, effective July 1, 2025, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said.

In a post shared on X, CM Yogi said, "The Government of Uttar Pradesh has increased the rate of dearness allowance and dearness relief for state employees and pensioners/family pensioners from 55% to 58% effective from 01 July, 2025."

October 17, 2025

Calling the decision a catalyst of security and prosperity for state government staff and retirees during the festival season, CM Yogi said, "On the occasion of the great festival of Deepavali, this decision will serve as a catalyst for im

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