The Delhi High Court has issued notice to Ms. Veditha Reddy for failing to comply with earlier orders on Mrs. Kawal Singh’s Dearness Allowance. She must file an affidavit within a week, with the next hearing set for 19.11.2025.
The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on the West Bengal government’s plea challenging the Calcutta High Court order directing payment of DA arrears since 2009. The case also raises the question of whether receiving Dearness Allowance is a fundamental right.
Supreme Court begins hearing on whether Dearness Allowance is a legal right for West Bengal government employees. State argues no legal guarantee; unions demand parity with central rates.
West Bengal has requested a six-month extension from the Supreme Court to pay 25% of the pending Dearness Allowance (DA) to employees, citing a financial crisis. The state offered to deposit the dues directly with the court amid threats of contempt from employee unions. A prior deadline has expired, and the case will be revisited in August.
The West Bengal government has approached the Supreme Court, seeking a revision of its previous order on pending dearness allowance. Sources say the petition also requests clarifications on specific parts of last month’s ruling.
The Supreme Court of India ordered the West Bengal government to pay 25 percent of pending Dearness Allowance (DA) to state employees within four weeks. This follows a longstanding dispute over DA rates compared to central employees. A further hearing is scheduled for August to address remaining dues.
