The Ministry of Labour and Employment, vide Press Release No. 5/1/2021-CPI, has released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Numbers for Industrial Workers for the month of May 2026. The CPI-IW is a key economic indicator that reflects changes in the cost of living for industrial workers and serves as the basis for calculating Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA), dearness allowance revisions, and statutory wage adjustments across various sectors. Employers, HR professionals, payroll administrators, labour law practitioners, and compliance officers should take note of the latest CPI figures while determining wage revisions and ensuring compliance with applicable labour laws. Stakeholders are advised to refer to the official press release for the detailed CPI index values and related statistical information.