Sikkim Govt Raises Dearness Allowance and Relief for Employees, Pensioners from Jan 1

The Sikkim state government has increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for all government employees and pensioners, with the new rates taking effect on 1 January. The decision, announced by the finance department, is part of the annual salary review aimed at keeping public servants’ incomes in line with rising living costs. The revised allowance will be reflected in the next payroll cycle, providing a boost to the monthly earnings of civil servants and retirees. The move is expected to ease the financial pressure on pensioners who rely on these benefits for essential expenses.