CHANDIGARH: In a major festive gesture for over 8 lakh employees and pensioners across Punjab, the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government has issued a notification granting an 8% enhancement in Dearness Allowance (DA) with effect from September 1, 2026, fulfilling the assurance given to employee representatives and strengthening the government’s commitment to the welfare and financial well-being of its workforce.
The decision follows a recent meeting between representatives of employee unions and CM Bhagwant Singh Mann at the Chief Minister’s residence, during which various issues concerning employees were discussed in detail, including the demand for enhancement of Dearness Allowance.The enhanced DA will be applicable from September 1, 2026, and employees will receive the increased amount along with their salary as per the applicable government provisions. Pensioners will also benefit from the enhanced DA as per the relevant rules.
The enhanced DA will be applicable from September 1, 2026, and employees will receive the increased amount along with their salary as per the applicable government provisions. Pensioners will also benefit from the enhanced DA as per the relevant rules.
“The decision demonstrates the Bhagwant Mann Government’s approach of maintaining continuous dialogue with employees and addressing their legitimate concerns through constructive engagement,” the CMO stated.
The CMO noted that the notification for the enhanced DA also fulfils the assurance given by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann during his interaction with employee representatives. “The 8% enhancement in DA will bring tangible financial relief to more than 8 lakh employees and pensioners across Punjab and reaffirms the government’s commitment to the welfare and interests of its workforce,” said the CMO.
