India, Oct. 28 -- Uttar Pradesh has revised variable dearness allowance (VDA) rates for workers in 74 scheduled employments, increasing minimum monthly wages by Rs.174.25 to Rs.238.39, while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the state was emerging as a major centre for investment, innovation and industry.

The revised wage rates will apply from October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, according to an order issued by the labour department on October 21. The revision is based on the average All-India Consumer Price Index of 431 points for January to June 2026, taking into account changes in the cost of living.

In Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad, the revised monthly minimum wage is Rs.13,883.59 for unskilled workers, Rs.15,271.41 for semi-sk...