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The Telangana government has increased Dearness Allowance for TGSRTC employees by 2.1 per cent, raising it to 52.8 per cent with effect from January 1, 2026. The decision will benefit employees statewide and add a monthly financial burden of Rs 2.82 crore.

The Telangana government approves one DA installment, raising it to 30.03% from 26.39%, effective January 1, 2023. Arrears until May 2025 will be credited to GPF accounts, with EMIs for retiring staff. Another DA installment is due in six months

The marathon State cabinet meeting went on from 4 pm to 9.30 pm at the Secretariat and discussed several issues.

They pledged full support to employees’ demands, and warned to join the latter's agitation, if the issues remain unresolved

Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the 2.5 per cent DA will cost the RTC Rs 3.6 crore every month