The Assam Cabinet has approved the constitution of the 8th Assam Pay Commission, paving the way for a comprehensive review of salaries, allowances and retirement benefits of state government employees and pensioners. The decision marks the formal beginning of a process that could eventually lead to higher take-home pay and revised pension payouts, though immediate financial changes are not expected.
According to officials, the pay commission will examine existing pay structures, dearness allowance, service conditions and pension formulas before submitting its recommendations to the state government. Once the panel completes its work and the recommendations are approved, revisions to salaries and pensions may be implemented, possibly with arrears from a specified cut-off date. However, the entire exercise is expected to take several months, as pay commissions typically require detailed consultations and financial assessments. For government employees and retirees, the move signals potential relief amid rising living costs, but actual benefits will only be realised after the commission submits its report and the government issues a final notification.
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