Punjab proposes 60% DA hike for 85,000 employees ahead of fresh protest

The Punjab government has proposed raising the dearness allowance (DA) to 60% for approximately 85,000 state employees. The move comes as anticipation grows of a fresh round of protests by the workforce over pending pay-related demands.

The DA hike is expected to address longstanding grievances among employees regarding cost-of-living adjustments. State officials have not yet confirmed the timeline for implementation of the proposed increase.