7th Pay Commission: Regarding central employees’ and pensioners’ 18-month DA (Dearness Allowance) arrears, a fresh update has been released. The employees can receive the release of their dues. The payment period for this DA is January 2020–June 2021. The wage of the staff will significantly increase if the ministry decides to raise it.
Background Request
Actually, Bharatiya Immunity Mazdoor Sangh General Secretary Mukesh Singh wrote a letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman requesting the release of the allowance that was withheld from retired individuals and government employees during the pandemic. He underlined their importance in aiding the nation’s endeavours and their contribution during COVID-19.
Proposal Discussion
The proposal states that a thorough discussion of the arrears of Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners took place on January 25. These fees are associated with the eighteen months that saw the suspension of dearness relief (DR) and DA payments as a result of the pandemic’s financial strain.
Recognition of Government Workers
Mukesh Singh stated in the proposal that he wanted to draw attention to the significant role that all government workers and retirees played during difficult times. His persistent devotion and diligence were crucial in guaranteeing the seamless operation of vital services and aiding the country in its battle. In the next budget, he said, he would want to see the three installments that were halted during COVID released.
Assessment by Minister Pankaj Choudhary
After the country’s financial status improved, Minister of State in the Finance Ministry, Pankaj Choudhary, had earlier suggested that it was not regarded viable to pay the dues from the problematic financial year 2020-21 due to negative.
7th Pay Commission Update
Notably, under the 7th Pay Commission, the Central Government is currently providing dearness allowance to employees and pensioners at a rate of 46%. It is anticipated that this time around, following January, workers will receive a 4% DA Hike as a gift. The dearness allowance for employees and pensioners will rise to 50% in the event that this occurs.
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