Unnecessary delay in announcement of IDA increase due from January 2026 – CHQ writes to DPE Secretary for immediate intervention.

It is unfortunate that the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has not yet announced the increase in the quantum of IDA due from January 2026. The CHQ is receiving numerous phone calls and queries regarding the payment of the enhanced rate of IDA with effect from January 2026. In recent times, it has become a practice for the DPE not to announce the IDA increase within the stipulated time. On previous occasions as well, there were delays in issuing the orders, and the CHQ had written to the concerned authorities requesting early action for payment. Once again, the CHQ has addressed a letter to the Secretary, DPE, urging immediate intervention and expeditious action for the early announcement of the enhanced rate of IDA.