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UP Government Announces Diwali Bonus for 8 Lakh Employees, ₹3,400 to ₹7,000 to Be Credited Soon

Yogi government allocates ₹1,000 crore for festive bonus ahead of Diwali 2025. State employees and daily wage earners to benefit; formal orders expected by mid-October.
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New Delhi: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a festive bonus for state employees ahead of Diwali, offering financial relief to lakhs of workers. According to official sources, state employees will receive a bonus ranging from ₹3,400 to ₹7,000, depending on their pay scale and eligibility.

The move is expected to benefit over 8 lakh employees across the state, and the Finance Department has already begun preparing the necessary documents to formalize the decision. The bonus amount will be directly credited to employees’ bank accounts, ensuring timely disbursement before the Diwali celebrations.

Who Will Benefit?

The Diwali bonus will be extended to:

  • Gazetted and non-gazetted state employees
  • Daily wage earners employed by the government

This includes a wide spectrum of government personnel, reflecting the Yogi Adityanath-led government’s intent to support its workforce during the festive season.

Read also: Uttar Pradesh to Develop Industrial Corridor in Sultanpur: Boost to Jobs, Investment & Connectivity

Formal Orders Expected by Mid-October

The Finance Department is currently in the process of obtaining final approval from the state government. Once cleared, official orders are expected to be issued by the second week of October, allowing departments enough time to process payments before Diwali.

₹1,000 Crore Budget Sanctioned

To implement this bonus scheme, the state government has sanctioned a budget of ₹1,000 crore, which will be used to cover the payout across various departments. The allocation is part of a broader fiscal support plan for government employees during the festive season.

Possible Hike in Dearness and Relief Allowances

Sources also suggest that the central government may soon announce a hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Relief Allowance, with a possible increase of up to 3% being considered. If approved, this will further boost the incomes of government employees across the country.

This Diwali bonus announcement comes as a welcome step for lakhs of government workers in Uttar Pradesh, offering financial respite during the festive season and reinforcing the government’s commitment to employee welfare.

Read also: UP: Yogi Government Approves 22 Key Proposals: Free LPG, Expressway Link, Scholarships, and New Universities Announced


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