Govt announces around 21% salary hike for civil servants
Summary
The government has announced a nearly 21% salary increase for civil servants, including a 10% rise in basic salary and a 10% performance-based incentive, aiming to address inflation and boost morale.
Key Points
- The government announced a nearly 21% salary increase for civil servants.
- Basic salaries will increase by 10% alongside a 10% monthly performance-based incentive.
- The minimum salary will rise to around Rs 40,000 and the maximum to over Rs 100,000.
- The salary adjustment addresses four years of no revision despite 17.3% inflation.
