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Indian Railways approves 78-day bonus for employees ahead of Diwali
The Indian Railways has received government approval to distribute a special 78-day bonus to its employees in the run-up to the Diwali festival. The move is expected to provide substantial financial relief to railway staff across the country.
LSN India ·
The Ministry of Railways has secured clearance from the government to disburse the extended bonus to its workforce, marking a significant festive season benefit for railway employees. The 78-day bonus represents an enhanced departure from regular bonus structures, signalling the government's commitment to supporting the railway sector's human resources during a key festival period.
Railway employees form one of India's largest organized workforces, with hundreds of thousands of staff deployed across operations, maintenance, and administrative functions nationwide. The Diwali bonus has traditionally been a welcome financial support measure for employees and their families during the festival season, which typically involves increased household expenditure.
The approval comes as part of the government's broader efforts to maintain employee morale and welfare within the railway system. The disbursement of the bonus is expected to boost consumption and provide economic stimulus at the grassroots level during the festive period.
The quantum of the bonus and the specific timeline for its distribution are anticipated to be announced through official railway circulars and notifications to all concerned departments and zones.