Chhattisgarh Announces 3% DA Hike for State Employees, Total DA Reaches 58%

• Chhattisgarh government announced a 3% Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for state employees, increasing the total DA to 58% of basic pay.
• Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai made the announcement on Sunday (January 12), benefiting approximately 3.9 lakh employees.
• The previous DA increase of 2% was implemented in August 2025, and this new hike aims to help employees cope with rising living costs.
• The government emphasized its commitment to timely pension and retirement payments, alongside administrative reforms.
• Other welfare measures include the creation of the Department of Good Governance and Convergence, and the establishment of the Chhattisgarh Pension Fund.

Why It Matters: Chhattisgarh government increases DA by 3% to 58%, benefiting 3.9 lakh employees and enhancing financial stability.