WB 6th Pay Commission DA Report & High Court Order 2025

The recent order from the Calcutta High Court regarding the publication of the 6th Pay Commission's recommendation report has brought renewed hope among West Bengal government employees. This is not just an administrative directive—it marks a significant development in the long-standing legal battle over the dearness allowance (DA) issue.

ROPA 2019 and the DA Controversy

The ROPA 2019 order issued by the West Bengal Finance Department failed to mention DA explicitly. Due to this omission, the state has consistently denied DA at central rates, leading employees to approach the courts. The absence of any clear mention of DA in ROPA 2019 made the legal claims weaker for the petitioners. However, if the 6th Pay Commission's recommendations clearly include provisions for DA, it will strongly reinforce the ongoing legal efforts.

Summary of the High Court’s Order

• The court has ordered the state to publish the 6th Pay Commission’s report on its official website.
• The matter is listed for further hearing on July 1, 2025.
• The court also directed submission of the Finance Department’s RTI Cell report and Service Affidavit.

Significance of the Court's Direction

This order holds great importance. Once the report is published, employees will know the actual recommendations made by the commission—particularly regarding DA. If the commission has proposed DA at par with central government rates, it will not only strengthen the moral claim of the employees but also provide a solid legal ground.

Employees across the state are now eagerly waiting for July 1, 2025. On that day, the court is expected to review the government’s response and assess the progress in the report's publication.

Why the 6th Pay Commission Report Matters

1. Official Evidence: The commission's report, once published, becomes an official document admissible in court.
2. Legal Foundation: If DA recommendations are clearly mentioned, legal claims in favor of central-rate DA become stronger.
3. Transparency: Employees will finally be able to see what was actually recommended regarding pay and allowances.

Implications for Government Employees

Should the report confirm the employees’ expectations, it could lead to a new round of DA entitlement claims based on concrete evidence. This might even result in retrospective benefits or arrears if the court rules in favor of employees.

Conclusion

The Calcutta High Court’s June 17, 2025, order is a game-changer for hundreds of thousands of state employees. If the 6th Pay Commission report validates their demands, it may reshape the entire landscape of DA entitlement in West Bengal. All eyes are now on the July 1 hearing, which could pave the way for a major administrative and legal shift.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not represent any official government statement. For official updates, please visit wbfin.nic.in.