Question : DA OF CENTRAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES



(a) Whether the Central Government proposes to merge 50 per cent of Dearness Allowance (DA) of its employees with their basic pay;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE (E&FS) (SHRI NAMO NARAIN MEENA)

(a) No Sir.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) The 6th Central Pay Commission had recommended not to merge dearness allowance with basic pay at any stage. Government has accepted this recommendation vide Resolution dated 29.08.2008.