Yogi Govt Hikes Gratuity to 25 Lakh for 2.5 Lakh UP Teachers, Staff

• Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government has increased the maximum gratuity limit for teachers and employees of aided secondary schools from 20 lakh to 25 lakh rupees.
• This decision benefits approximately 2.5 lakh teachers and non-teaching staff in the state.
• The increase follows a government order from the Secondary Education Department on March 16, triggered by Dearness Allowance (DA) reaching 50% of basic pay.
• It fulfills a long-standing demand and aligns benefits with regular state government employees, providing greater financial security upon retirement.
• Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed this decision to boost morale and strengthen the education system, receiving praise from teacher organizations.