PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldKarnataka Raises Dearness Allowance to 18% for Employees and Pensioners
Karnataka government has increased the dearness allowance (DA) for its employees and pensioners from 15.75% to 18% of their basic pay, effective retrospectively from July 1, 2026. This decision, announced ahead of Deepavali, affects over five lakh government employees, two lakh board/corporation staff, and 4.5 lakh pensioners. The previous DA hike was in May 2026, from 14.25% to 15.75%.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

