CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced 4% Dearness Allowance for Himachal Pradesh Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) staff, similar to benefits provided to state government employees. He said the increment will be part of Diwali gift package. "Moreover…salaries and pensions of HRTC staff will be disbursed by October 28 this month. We recognise importance of timely payments…around festivals," he added.