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West Bengal to Settle Seven-Year DA Arrears for State Employees Ahead of Durga Puja
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🗓 28 Sep 2026, 07:46 AM
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The West Bengal government announced it will clear seven years of dearness allowance arrears for its staff before the upcoming Durga Puja festival.
Kolkata, Sept 28 (ANI) – The West Bengal administration has confirmed that it will settle dearness allowance (DA) arrears accumulated over the past seven years for its salaried employees before the start of Durga Puja. The decision, communicated through an official press release, aims to provide financial relief to thousands of state workers who have been awaiting the pending dues.
The government said the clearance will be executed through a one-time disbursement, with funds already allocated in the current fiscal budget. Department heads have been instructed to verify individual claims and ensure prompt credit to bank accounts.
Officials highlighted that clearing the arrears before the major festival will help employees meet seasonal expenses and boost morale across the public service. The move is also expected to reduce grievances and improve labor relations within the state machinery.
The announcement comes amid broader efforts by the state to address pending salary issues and enhance welfare measures for government staff. No further details on the total monetary outlay were disclosed.
Stakeholders, including employee unions, have welcomed the initiative, urging the administration to maintain timely payments for future allowances as well.
The government said the clearance will be executed through a one-time disbursement, with funds already allocated in the current fiscal budget. Department heads have been instructed to verify individual claims and ensure prompt credit to bank accounts.
Officials highlighted that clearing the arrears before the major festival will help employees meet seasonal expenses and boost morale across the public service. The move is also expected to reduce grievances and improve labor relations within the state machinery.
The announcement comes amid broader efforts by the state to address pending salary issues and enhance welfare measures for government staff. No further details on the total monetary outlay were disclosed.
Stakeholders, including employee unions, have welcomed the initiative, urging the administration to maintain timely payments for future allowances as well.