Punjab govt faces Rs 15,000-cr burden as high court tells it to clear DA Government preparing to file an appeal before double bench of High Court
Indian Express·2h ago·Fear
What Happened
Punjab High Court directed the state government to clear pending dearness allowance (DA) for employees and pensioners by June 30. The outstanding dues amount to Rs 15,000 crore. Punjab government plans to appeal the decision, citing insufficient resources. Finance Minister Harpal Cheema stated the state already spent Rs 14,100 crore clearing DA dues in 2024. Six DA installments remain unpaid since July 2023.
Key Entities
Punjab GovernmentPunjab and Haryana High CourtJustice Harpreet Singh BrarHarpal CheemaBhagwant MannAam Aadmi PartyRs 15,000 croreDearness Allowance