Bengal DA Hike: West Bengal announces a 20% DA increase; here's how the revised rate stacks up against Central Government employees.

Bengal DA Hike: Providing major relief to state employees and pensioners, the West Bengal government has announced a 20% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA). Find out when the benefits of the increased rates will take effect.

West Bengal DA Hike: Every government employee keeps a close watch on DA (Dearness Allowance). Since it is a crucial component of their salary, employees eagerly await any increase in it. Amidst this, the West Bengal government has offered significant relief to its employees and pensioners by announcing a 20% hike in DA. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced this decision today, June 22, 2026, while presenting the state budget. This move is set to benefit lakhs of employees and pensioners.

What will the DA be after the hike?