Amit Shah Highlights 78-Day Diwali Bonus For 11.40 Lakh Railway Employees

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday highlighted the Union Cabinet’s approval of a productivity-linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ salary for 11.40 lakh railway employees ahead of Diwali, with ₹2,009 crore allocated for the payment.

In a post on X, Shah described the decision as a major gift to railway employees before the festival. He said the approval reflected the Modi government’s commitment to recognising the hard work and welfare of railway staff.

मोदी सरकार का रेलवे कर्मचारियों को दिवाली से पहले बड़ा उपहार!

आज केंद्रीय कैबिनेट ने 11.40 लाख रेलवे कर्मचारियों को 78 दिनों के वेतन के बराबर प्रोडक्टिविटी लिंक्ड बोनस देने का निर्णय लिया है। इसके लिए ₹2,009 करोड़ की राशि मंजूर की गई है।

यह निर्णय रेलवे कर्मचारियों के परिश्रम का सम्मान करने और उनके कल्याण के प्रति मोदी सरकार की अटूट प्रतिबद्धता को दर्शाता है।

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 14, 2026

The bonus acknowledges the contribution of railway employees to the functioning of Indian Railways, which plays a crucial role in passenger and freight transportation across the country.

Employees across operational, technical and administrative roles help maintain train services, manage infrastructure, assist passengers and ensure the smooth movement of goods. Their work supports the functioning of the extensive railway network and the country’s transportation infrastructure.

The productivity-linked bonus will provide additional financial support to eligible employees and their families during the festive season, when households typically face higher expenses related to celebrations, travel and other needs.

The Cabinet-approved allocation of ₹2,009 crore will fund payments calculated at the equivalent of 78 days’ salary, subject to applicable eligibility and calculation rules.

The decision recognises the workforce’s contribution to railway operations and the movement of passengers and goods, while extending financial support to eligible railway households ahead of Diwali.

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