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Bengal IAS Officers Get 50% Allowance Hike This Diwali
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 04:46 AM
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Sarkar has announced a significant Diwali bonus for state IAS officers. The allowance for IAS officers has been increased by 50%.
In a move ahead of the Diwali festival, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Sarkar has announced a substantial increase in allowances for IAS officers serving in the state. The decision, which comes as a Diwali bonus for the officers, will see a 50% hike in their existing allowances. The announcement was made public, signaling the government's intention to recognize the contributions of these civil servants. Details regarding the implementation of this allowance increase are expected to be released shortly.