Gangtok, Oct. 7 -- The Government of Sikkim has announced an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for its employees and pensioners, providing a much-needed financial boost ahead of the new year.

According to a circular issued by the Finance Department, the DA for state government employees drawing pay in the pre-revised basic pay structure has been enhanced from 246% to 252%, effective January 1, 2025. Similarly, employees drawing pay in the revised basic pay structure will see their DA rise from 53% to 55% from the same date.

The circular further states that the revised DA rates will also apply to employees on contract and work-charged establishments under regular state pay scales.

Additionally, the DA for All ...