Dearness Allowance rises to 60%, key administrative and infrastructure decisions also get approval
The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet has approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance for government employees and pensioners. The revised rate will be effective from January 1, 2026. The decision raises DA from 58% to 60%. The cabinet also cleared major proposals, including a unified cooperative law and new sewerage treatment plants in Baramulla and Rajouri.
DA Increased to 60% from January 2026
The cabinet approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance. This will benefit government employees and pensioners across Jammu and Kashmir. The new DA rate stands at 60%, up from 58%.
The revised rate will apply from January 1, 2026. Employees will receive the benefit as per official implementation after final approval.
Single Law for Cooperative Societies Approved
The cabinet approved a major legal reform. It decided to merge two existing laws into one.
The Jammu & Kashmir Cooperative Societies Act and the Jammu & Kashmir Self-Reliant Cooperatives Act will now become a single law. This move will simplify governance and reduce confusion.
Officials expect better coordination and easier implementation under one unified statute.
Sewerage Projects Sanctioned for Baramulla and Rajouri
The cabinet cleared two infrastructure projects. These include sewerage treatment plants for Baramulla and Rajouri.
The Baramulla project will cost around Rs 37 crore. The Rajouri project is estimated at Rs 24 crore.
These projects aim to improve sanitation and wastewater management. They will support urban development and environmental protection.
Administrative Reforms and Cadre Changes Approved
The cabinet approved a cadre review and reorganization of the Jal Shakti Department. This step aims to improve efficiency and service delivery.
It also approved recruitment rules for State Motor Garages. This will streamline hiring and service operations.
Another key decision includes re-designation of medical officials in Government Medical Colleges. Medical Superintendents, Deputy Medical Superintendents, and Assistant Medical Superintendents will now be designated as Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors.
The 2% DA hike will be effective from January 1, 2026, increasing the allowance from 58% to 60% for employees and pensioners.
Next Step: Lieutenant Governor Approval
All approved proposals will now be sent to the Lieutenant Governor. Final implementation will begin after formal approval.
This step is mandatory for all major administrative and financial decisions in the Union Territory.
- 2% DA hike approved, increased to 60%
- Effective date set as January 1, 2026
- Two cooperative laws merged into one statute
- STPs approved for Baramulla and Rajouri
- Jal Shakti Department reorganization cleared
- Medical officials redesignated as teaching faculty
FAQs
The cabinet approved a DA rate of 60%, increased from 58%.
The new DA rate will be effective from January 1, 2026.
Two separate laws have been merged into a single unified cooperative law.
Baramulla and Rajouri will get new sewerage treatment plants.
The proposals will be sent to the Lieutenant Governor for final approval.
Conclusion
The cabinet decisions focus on employee benefits, legal reform, infrastructure development, and administrative efficiency, with implementation expected after final approval.
