DA Hike: Modi Govt's Big Shock to Employees After 26 Years! 2% Increase Expected

• Central government employees await DA hike for Jan-June 2026, announcement expected in early March.
• DA likely to increase by only 2%, reaching 60%, impacting 50 lakh employees and 69 lakh pensioners.
• This 2% hike would be one of the lowest in 26 years, previously seen in 2007, 2018, and 2025.
• 8th Pay Commission process accelerates with a dedicated website (8cpc.gov.in) and public opinion collection.
• Salaries estimated to increase by 30-34% under 8th Pay Commission; DA will reset to zero upon implementation.