UP News Updates: On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a bonus for the fiscal year 2024–2025, along with a significant present for state personnel. According to the Chief Minister, this move shows how much the state government values the workers’ diligence and commitment. The advancement of the state depends heavily on its workforce, and the government is dedicated to ensuring their well-being at all levels.
A productivity-linked incentive has been authorized for state government employees in accordance with a directive from the Chief Minister that was issued by the Finance Department. The maximum monthly emoluments limit of ₹7,000, which is determined by taking 30 days’ worth of emoluments, will be used to give this bonus. This means that each eligible employee will receive ₹6,908 in benefits. “This financial benefit before Diwali will bring joy and enthusiasm to the employees’ families and infuse new energy into governance and administration,” the Chief Minister stated.
With a total cost of about ₹1,022 crore, this decision will benefit roughly 15 Lakh state government employees. To guarantee that all families may joyfully celebrate this event, the Chief Minister has ordered that bonuses be paid to eligible employees on time.
Full-time non-gazette employees with positions in Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100) (equivalent grade pay up to ₹4,800) are eligible for the bonus that the state government has approved. State employees, employees of state-funded technical and educational institutions, employees of district panchayats and local authorities, and in-charge and daily-wage employees of government departments are all included in this. Notably, on September 29, 2025, the Indian government also decided to offer incentives for the fiscal year 2024–2025.
The Chief Minister received a letter from the State General Secretary Suresh Singh Yadav and State President Ramraj Dubey of the Uttar Pradesh Class IV State Employees Federation. Prior to Diwali, Suresh insisted that 18 months of DA be paid for the COVID-19 period, along with bonuses and salary.
