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Karnataka Raises Dearness Allowance by 2.5% Ahead of Diwali
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🗓 07 Nov 2026, 09:53 AM
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Karnataka has increased the dearness allowance for state employees by 2.5%, a move announced ahead of the Diwali celebrations.
The Karnataka state government has announced a 2.5% hike in the dearness allowance for all government employees.
The increase is part of the state’s effort to provide cost‑of‑living relief before the festive season.
The dearness allowance, a salary component that adjusts for inflation, will now be higher for civil servants, teachers and other public sector workers.
The decision comes as Karnataka prepares for the Diwali celebrations, ensuring that employees receive a timely boost in their earnings.
The increase is part of the state’s effort to provide cost‑of‑living relief before the festive season.
The dearness allowance, a salary component that adjusts for inflation, will now be higher for civil servants, teachers and other public sector workers.
The decision comes as Karnataka prepares for the Diwali celebrations, ensuring that employees receive a timely boost in their earnings.