Assam First State to Form 8th Pay Commission; Boost for Employee Welfare

• Assam has become the first state in India to constitute the 8th State Pay Commission.
• Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the decision in Guwahati, marking a significant step for employee welfare.
• Former chief secretary Shubas Das will chair Assam's 8th State Pay Commission.
• The 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to be effective from January 1, 2026, with implementation likely by FY2027-28 or FY2028-29.
• This move by Assam sets a precedent, as no other state had previously set up a State Pay Commission at its own level.

Why It Matters: Assam leads by forming the 8th State Pay Commission, setting a precedent for employee welfare.