DA Case Verdict: Supreme Court to Pronounce Final Verdict on West Bengal DA Case Today
DA Case Verdict: The long wait for West Bengal state government employees is finally coming to an end today. After nearly six months of the judgment being reserved, the Supreme Court of India is set to pronounce its final verdict on the long-standing Dearness Allowance (DA) case today, February 5, 2026. All eyes are fixed on the apex court as this decision will determine the outcome of a protracted legal battle concerning the financial rights of the employees.
Timing and Venue of the Verdict
According to the daily cause list released by the Supreme Court, the judgment is scheduled to be delivered right at the beginning of the day’s proceedings. The specific details are as follows:
- Time: The proceedings are expected to commence at 10:30 AM.
- Location: The judgment will be pronounced in Court Room Number 11 of the Supreme Court.
- Listing Order: Significantly, this case has been listed as the very first item for judgment, indicating its priority.
The Special Bench
A special division bench of the Supreme Court will deliver today’s historic verdict. The bench comprises:
- Hon’ble Justice Sanjay Karol
- Hon’ble Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra
It was this bench that had reserved the judgment after concluding the hearings, and they will now unveil the final decision.
A Brief History of the Legal Battle
Officially titled “The State of West Bengal Vs Confederation of State Government Employees,” this case has traveled a long legal path. Starting in 2016, the dispute moved from the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) to the Calcutta High Court before finally reaching the Supreme Court. Today, February 5, 2026, marks the potential conclusion of this decade-long struggle, making it a pivotal day for the state administration and its workforce.
