Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees, teachers, pensioners, and family pensioners, raising it from 58% to 60%. This increase, effective from January, will cost the state an additional ₹1,230 crore and will benefit nearly 16 lakh individuals across Tamil Nadu. The decision was made following a similar increase by the Central government, aimed at providing relief amid rising inflation and living costs. Workers' unions and pensioners' associations have welcomed this move. Since taking office on May 10, Vijay has focused on various welfare measures, including providing 200 units of free electricity per month to households and promising ₹2,500 monthly assistance to women heads of households. His administration has also launched initiatives for women's safety and anti-drug efforts while planning to address the state's financial status through a forthcoming