Payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) from January 2024
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Introduction:
The Ministry of Communication, Department of Posts, Government of India, has issued an important circular F.N. PP-14/1/2021-PAP regarding the payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) effective from January 1, 2024. The circular, dated March 20, 2024, outlines the decision to enhance the DA for GDS in alignment with the rates applicable to Central Government Employees.
Content:
Background:
The circular begins by referencing the installment of Dearness Allowance granted to Central Government Employees effective from January 1, 2024, as per the Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure’s Office Memorandum (O.M.) No. 1/1/2024-E-II (B) dated March 12, 2024. This installment has been duly endorsed for GDS as well.
Enhancement of Dearness Allowance for GDS:
In accordance with the aforementioned decision, the Dearness Allowance payable to Gramin Dak Sevaks is enhanced from 46% to 50% of the Basic Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with effect from January 1, 2024.
Financial Implications:
The circular specifies that the expenditure on account of the enhanced Dearness Allowance shall be debited to the Head “Salaries” under the relevant head of account and should be met from the sanctioned grant.
Sanction Authority:
The circular indicates that the sanction for this enhancement is issued in exercise of the powers conferred on the Department of Posts, in consultation with the Internal Finance Branch, vide their Diary No. 197/2023-24/FA-CS(P) dated March 19, 2024.
Official Signatory:
The circular is signed by Ravi Pahwal, Assistant Director General (GDS/PCC/PAP), on behalf of the Department of Posts.
Enclosures:
The circular mentions that relevant enclosures are attached, although they are not specified within the text.
Copy Distribution:
A list of recipients for the copy distribution of the circular is provided, including various officials within the Department of Posts and related entities.
Closure:
The circular is closed with the details of its identification, including its reference number and date.
Conclusion:
The circular serves to inform all concerned parties about the enhancement of Dearness Allowance for Gramin Dak Sevaks, aligning it with the rates applicable to Central Government Employees from January 1, 2024. It provides clarity on the financial implications, sanction authority, and distribution of the circular among relevant stakeholders.
Author's Note:
This article is based on the official circular issued by the Ministry of Communication, Department of Posts, Government of India, and aims to provide a concise summary of its key points and implications.
