DA Hike latest news Bihar Government approves 3% hike in Dearness Allowance for employees
DA Hike Latest News: In a landmark decision on Thursday, the Bihar government under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar approved 38 agenda items, including a three percent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and pensioners. With this increase, the DA has increased from 50 percent to 53 percent, effective from July 1, 2024, and means a significant financial increase for government employees and pensioners.
Among other important decisions, the Cabinet approved a grant of Rs 207.49 crore to support unaided colleges in Bihar.
Additionally, several administrative and staff expansions have been approved, including the establishment of the Patna Urban Management Unit, the creation of a new post of Patna District Magistrate, 19 clerical posts for the Bihar Collectorate, eight driver posts for the Bihar Vehicle Driver Cadre, and staff posts. 19 offices.
The cabinet also announced the implementation of the Rural Roads Strengthening and Management Program under the Chief Minister’s Rural Roads Development Plan. This program aims to ensure the systematic repair and maintenance of rural roads, directed by the Department of Rural Affairs, in order to improve the infrastructure of rural areas throughout the province.
The Bihar Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, also approved a series of important decisions to improve the state’s governance, tourism, and law enforcement including the Bihar Social Media and Online Media Rules 2024. These new rules aim to regulate and regulate digital media operations. . within the state.
Tourism Development in Sitamarhi: More than Rs 120 crore has been allocated to acquire 50.5 acres of land around the Punauradham Temple in Sitamarhi, with a view to developing tourism infrastructure in this historically and culturally important area.
To improve security in urban areas of Patna, the Cabinet has approved the creation of 153 new law enforcement posts, including the role of three DSPs, three police inspectors, nine inspectors, 18 sub-inspectors, and 120 constables.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for the welfare organization Sulabh International to manage and maintain public toilets in major tourist areas, aimed at improving sanitation for tourists.
The Land Revenue Reforms Department has reorganized Patna Sadar into four zones: Patna Sadar Zone, Pataliputra Zone, Patna City Zone, and Didarganj Zone. A total of 60 vacancies in various categories have been created to manage these areas effectively.
The Chief Minister of Grihasthal Purchase Assistance Scheme 2024 was approved to provide additional assistance to citizens in purchasing houses, which shows the government’s commitment to support the standard of living of citizens.
These initiatives represent a concerted effort by the Bihar government to strengthen governance, boost tourism, improve urban infrastructure, and improve public welfare across the country.
