LatestCorporate Compliance 5 October 2026
Variable Dearness Allowance Revised: New Minimum Wages Effective Oct 1
The Indian government revised Variable Dearness Allowance rates effective Oct 1, increasing minimum wage levels for construction, agriculture and other workers. The change follows the 2019 Code on Wages and applies only to central‑sphere minimum wages, not a universal floor. Employers must update payrolls accordingly.
Key changes
- VDA rates effective from Oct 1 raise minimum wages for construction, agriculture and other sectors.
- Adjustments follow the 2019 Code on Wages and target central‑sphere minimum wages only, not a universal floor.
Employers should revise payroll systems to reflect the higher allowances. For full details, see the original Mint article.
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