Viral claims regarding the withdrawal of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Pay Commission benefits for central government pensioners have caused confusion among retirees and their families. A message widely shared on WhatsApp asserts that the government has ended these benefits under the Finance Act, 2025. However, official sources have dismissed these claims as unfounded, providing clarity on the provisions that continue to support pensioners. The matter has gained traction on social media, prompting an official response to reassure the affected community. Advertisement

The message falsely indicated that post-retirement benefits, including DA hikes and Pay Commission revisions, have been rescinded for retired government employees. Responding to the concern, the PIB Fact Check team released a

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