Assam becomes first to constitute 8th Pay Commission for state employees, CM appoints panel head

Assam becomes the first Indian state to set up an 8th State Pay Commission, ahead of the 7th Pay Commission's expiry in January 2026. Former chief secretary Subhas Das will head the new pay panel, aiming to revise salaries and pensions for state employees and pensioners. Assam's proactive move could result in earlier pay hikes for state employees compared to central government workers, depending on the commission's timeline.