Bhopal, October 14 (Administrative Correspondent) – The State Government has delivered a pre-Diwali gift to its pensioners by announcing a significant increase in Dearness Relief (DR). The Cabinet approved the proposal on Tuesday, bringing relief to over 4.5 lakh pensioners across the state. The DR for those under the 7th Pay Commission has been raised by 2%, while pensioners under the 6th Pay Commission will see a 6% increase.

Financial Impact and Revised DR Rates

The hikes are effective from September 1, with payments to be disbursed along with the October pension. This decision will impose an additional financial burden of Rs 170 crore on the state exchequer during the current fiscal year. Previously, 7th Pay Commission pensioners received 53% DR, which now rises to 55%. Similarly, t

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