Dearness Allowance hike 2026: Will the Centre announce the July DA revision before Diwali? What history suggests

The government has not yet announced the Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for July 2026, leaving central government employees waiting. Historically, such announcements have been made between late September and October, raising hopes for a decision before Diwali. However, there is no guarantee of the timing of the announcement.