Karnataka hikes dearness allowance for state employees to 18%

The Karnataka state administration announced a rise in the dearness allowance (DA) granted to its government employees, moving the rate from 15.75% to 18%. The adjustment is slated to take effect from the next payroll cycle, ensuring that staff receive the higher allowance without delay.

Dearness allowance is a cost‑of‑living adjustment paid to government workers to offset inflationary pressures. By raising the rate to 18%, the state aims to cushion employees against the recent surge in consumer prices.

The decision reflects the government's effort to keep public‑sector remuneration in line with prevailing economic conditions, although no further details on budgetary impact were disclosed.