Odisha Government Increases Dearness Allowance by 2% for Government Employees

The Odisha government has announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and pensioners. The revised rate takes the DA from 53% to 55% and will be implemented retrospectively from January 1, 2025.

According to the state’s official communication, the revised DA and the corresponding Temporary Increase (TI) for pensioners will be disbursed in April 2025. Both working employees and pensioners will receive the increased amount in cash along with their April salary or pension. Reports suggest that the hike is expected to benefit approximately 8.5 lakh individuals.

DA Hike in Other States

Other states have also announced similar revisions in early April 2025:

• Uttar Pradesh: On April 9, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath approved a 2% hike in DA. The revision applies from January 1, 2025, raising the DA from 53% to 55%. The decision affects nearly 16 lakh employees and 12 lakh pensioners. The increase will be reflected in the May 2025 salary cycle, with arrears for January to March paid separately.
• Assam: A similar announcement came from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 4, implementing a 2% hike effective January 1, 2025. Employees and pensioners in the state will receive the revised amount before the Bihu festival, with arrears to be disbursed during April and May.
• Central Government: A 2% hike for central government employees and pensioners was approved earlier in 2025. The new rate of 55% DA is applicable from January 1, 2025, impacting over 48 lakh central employees and 66 lakh pensioners.

General DA Adjustment Process

The DA and DR (Dearness Relief) rates are typically reviewed twice a year. These adjustments are based on inflation trends and changes in the Consumer Price Index.

Conclusion

The current round of DA revisions brings multiple states and the central government in alignment, with increases uniformly effective from January 2025.

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