The Government of Kerala, Labour and Skills (E) Department, has issued the Kerala Minimum Wages CPI Notification for May 2026 vide Notification No. DES/1129/2025-P3(1). The notification announces the revised Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) applicable to employees engaged in Shops and Commercial Establishments and the Computer Software Sector under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. The revision is based on the Consumer Price Index (Cost of Living Index) numbers for May 2026, as determined by the Director General of Economics and Statistics under Section 2(c) of the Act. Employers operating in the affected sectors should review the updated CPI figures and ensure compliance with the revised wage rates and allowance calculations. Stakeholders are advised to refer to the official press release for detailed information regarding the revised VDA and its implementation.