Variable DA
Govt raises variable DA w.e.f Apr 1, 2021; 1.50 cr Central govt employees to be benefitted
New Delhi/IBNS: The Ministry of Labour & Employment on Friday announced an increase in variable dearness allowance (VDA) that will affect 1.5 crore workers in the central sphere by Rs 105 to Rs 210 per month.
The VDA is revised on the basis of average Consumer Price Index for industrial workers (CPI-IW) , a price index compiled by the Labour Bureau.
The average CPI-IW for the months of July to December 2020 was used for undertaking the latest VDA revision.
The orders have been issued by the CLC(C) and it will be implemented with effect from April 1, 2021, said Santosh Gangwar, Labour & Employment Minister.
"This hike in VDA will support these workers particularly in the current pandemic times," he said.
The rates fixed for scheduled employment in the Central sphere are applicable to the establishments under the authority of the Central Government, Railway Administration, Mines, Oil fields, major ports or any corporation established by the Central Government.
These rates are equally applicable to contract and casual employees/workers.
The enforcement of Minimum Wages Act in the Central sphere is ensured through the Inspecting Officers of Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) across the country for employees engaged in the scheduled employment in the central sphere.
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