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Punjab Faces Rs 25,000-cr Burden
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 06:37 PM
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Punjab may appeal against a court's deadline to pay Rs 25,000-cr DA dues within two weeks. The state is considering its options after the court's ruling.
The Punjab government is facing a significant financial burden after a court ruled that it must pay Rs 25,000 crore in pending dearness allowance (DA) dues within two weeks. The state is exploring its options, including a possible appeal against the court's decision. The payment of such a large amount within a short timeframe is expected to put a strain on the state's finances. The government is considering the implications of the court's ruling and is likely to take a decision soon.