The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a contempt notice to Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha in connection with the dearness allowance case. The court has directed the Punjab government to submit its response by November 17.

During the proceedings, the chief secretary informed the court that the defects in the appeal pending before the Supreme Court have been rectified. The pending appeal in the Supreme Court is likely to be heard next week.

Pending Supreme Court appeal and total dues

The state government owes a total of 32,418 crore rupees to its employees and pensioners. This includes dearness allowance arrears ranging from 22,818 crore rupees to 22,828 crore rupees.

Breakdown of dues for employees and pensioners

The accumulated dues for employees and pensioners cover the period from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2026.