Why Dearness Allowance Arrears Are Central to BJP’s Poll Strategy In West Bengal
As Bengal prepares for its 2026 Assembly elections, the BJP is turning the Dearness Allowance dispute into a strategic electoral issue. State employees and pensioners are angry over the pay gap with central government staff, while arrears have accumulated for years. The Supreme Court has reinforced the DA as a legally enforceable right, giving legitimacy to voter grievances. BJP’s manifesto promises to clear all pending dues within 45 days, aiming to mobilise key voter blocs, including government employees, pensioners, and the urban middle class. The TMC faces criticism for governance failures, making DA arrears a pivotal factor in shaping voter sentiment and campaign strategies.
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