The Administrator of Lakshadweep, vide Notification No. F.No.LD-02002(01)/15/2026-PST-PS&T, has published the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Numbers for the period from May 2025 to December 2025. The notified CPI figures provide an important benchmark for assessing changes in the cost of living and are widely used for determining wage revisions, calculating Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA), and implementing statutory wage adjustments. Employers, HR professionals, payroll administrators, and compliance officers should review the updated CPI numbers to evaluate their impact on wage-related obligations and labour law compliance requirements. Stakeholders are advised to refer to the official notification for detailed index values and applicability.