Expected D.A hike from July 2010.

It is expected that a 10% Hike in Dearness allowance for Central Government employees from July 2010 due to increase of consumer price index. The present D.A is 35% from January 2010. Normally D.A for central government increases twice in an year (January & July) to meet the increasing consumer price index. It is expected that the D.A may be increased to 45% from July 2010.