The Government of Kerala, Labour and Skills (E) Department, has released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) notification for September 2026 vide Notification No. DES/816/2026-P3(1), providing the Cost of Living Index Numbers applicable to employees covered under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. The notification relates to the revision of Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for employees engaged in Shops and Commercial Establishments and the Computer Software Sector in Kerala. The CPI figures have been ascertained by the Director General of Economics & Statistics in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Act. Employers, HR professionals, and payroll teams are advised to review the September 2026 CPI figures and applicable VDA rates for ensuring minimum wage compliance. For detailed information, please refer to the official press release and notification issued by the Government of Kerala.