Big Boost For Education Sector As Cabinet Approves 57 New Kendriya Vidyalayas Across India

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In a significant move to bolster educational infrastructure, the Union Cabinet has sanctioned the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across India. Out of the 57 new KVs, seven will be sponsored by the Union Home Ministry, and the rest by state governments.

Twenty of the newly approved KVs are proposed to be opened in districts where no KV presently exists despite a significant number of Central Government employees.

DA and DR Hike for Central Govt Employees The Cabinet sanctioned an additional 3% Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for central government employees and pensioners, effective from July 1, 2025. This decision will benefit approximately 49.19 lakh employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners, with an estimated annual financial impact of Rs 10,083.96 crore.