As Diwali approaches, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan have announced substantial bonuses for their state government employees, offering a festive boost ahead of the holiday season.
In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that a total of ₹ 1,022 crore will be allocated to provide bonuses to 14.82 lakh government personnel. Employees up to Pay Matrix Level-8 are set to receive bonuses of up to ₹ 6,908, calculated on the basis of 30 days’ pay.
Meanwhile, in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced an ad hoc bonus for approximately six lakh state government employees. The bonus will apply to those working at pay level L-12 or with a grade pay of ₹ 4,800 or less, with each eligible employee receiving a maximum ad hoc bonus of ₹ 6,774.
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